two-factor authentication

If you use Microsoft 365, updating your password regularly is one of the quickest — and most effective — ways to reduce your exposure to account takeover, phishing, and password-spraying attacks. This guide walks through three fast, practical ways to change a Microsoft 365 password (personal...

If you still have Windows Live Mail installed on a PC running Windows 11, signing in and keeping the client working reliably requires more than just entering your email and password — it demands a clear understanding of how modern email authentication, server settings, and legacy software...

Accessing Apple Mail from a Windows PC is easier than most people realize: you can use iCloud Mail in any modern browser, connect your iCloud account to Windows email clients such as Outlook or Thunderbird using standard IMAP/SMTP settings, or install Apple’s iCloud for Windows to link Mail...

A new wave of highly sophisticated phishing scams has placed millions of Microsoft 365 users at increased risk, with recent campaigns focusing on colleges and universities such as Seton Hall. These scams exploit a deepening trust in digital communications and modern security tools, employing...

An alarming surge in sophisticated hacker activity is threatening the security of Microsoft accounts worldwide, with cybercriminals successfully bypassing even advanced defenses such as two-factor authentication. Security researchers at Proofpoint have unearthed an ingenious credential phishing...

Microsoft has introduced passkeys as a new verification method for user accounts, allowing sign-ins using facial recognition, fingerprints, or device PINs. This feature is compatible across Windows, Apple, and Google platforms. Passkeys utilize cryptographic key pairs, with one key stored on the...

Microsoft’s decision to cut autofill capabilities from its Authenticator app has sent ripples through the cybersecurity community, leaving countless users seeking an alternative for two-factor authentication (2FA) management. On the very day Microsoft began phasing out this prominent feature...

For many Windows users, juggling passwords across dozens of websites remains an ongoing challenge—even in an era of fingerprint logins and two-factor authentication. Microsoft Edge, the default browser for Windows, aims to tackle this issue with a robust yet user-friendly password management...

Saving and managing passwords has become an essential component of the modern internet browsing experience, reducing friction for users and improving overall online security. Microsoft Edge, the default browser in Windows, offers robust password management capabilities that are tightly...

Apple has recently expanded its iCloud Passwords extension to support Firefox on Windows, allowing users to autofill and manage their iCloud Keychain passwords directly within Mozilla's browser. This development brings Firefox in line with Chrome and Edge, which have had this functionality since...

Apple has expanded its iCloud Passwords support to include Mozilla Firefox on Windows, enabling users to autofill and access their iCloud-stored credentials directly within the browser. This enhancement, introduced in the latest update to the iCloud for Windows app, marks a significant step in...

Microsoft is taking a significant step towards a passwordless future by eliminating passwords for new accounts and encouraging existing users to transition to more secure authentication methods. This move is driven by the increasing vulnerability of traditional passwords to cyberattacks and the...

The digital security landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as passwords, long regarded as both essential and vulnerable, begin to yield to more advanced forms of authentication. Microsoft has been at the forefront of this evolution, aggressively pursuing a passwordless future...

In a recent and unprecedented cybersecurity event, researchers have uncovered a massive data breach exposing approximately 16 billion login credentials from major platforms, including Google, Facebook, and Telegram. This breach, identified by the Cybernews research team, is being hailed as one...

Windows Hello has long been celebrated as one of the flagship features of Microsoft’s security-centric push in Windows 11, offering a slick, passwordless login experience by harnessing biometric recognition—most notably facial authentication. With its ability to unlock devices in a split second...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has seamlessly integrated into our daily lives, powering everything from virtual assistants and smart home devices to personalized recommendations and automated customer service. While these advancements offer unparalleled convenience, they also raise significant...

In a move poised to send shockwaves across the Windows and broader IT ecosystem, Microsoft has announced that its Authenticator app will discontinue password autofill support—a feature long viewed as a core convenience for users juggling multiple credentials. The phased elimination, set to begin...

Using Google Authenticator for two-factor authentication (2FA) has become second nature for millions of users determined to keep their online accounts protected from malicious actors. The app’s combination of security, simplicity, and ubiquity has made it a favorite—especially among those who...

Phishing attacks are evolving at a rapid pace, becoming increasingly sophisticated, and exploiting trusted platforms in ways that challenge even tech-savvy users. Recently, cybersecurity researchers uncovered a troubling new scam leveraging Google Apps Script—a legitimate Google service—to...

Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Build 22631.5409 (KB5058502) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, marking a significant update for users on Windows 11, version 23H2. This build introduces a series of enhancements, fixes, and known issues that are crucial for users to...