VIDEO LinkedIn Passwords Hacked - How to Change Your Password in LinkedIn

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LinkedIn Passwords Hacked - How to Change Your Password in LinkedIn In a significant security breach, LinkedIn has confirmed that over 6.5 million user passwords were compromised, with more than 200,000 of those already cracked. The video featuring Alex Morrow, President of AboovePoint Technologies, provides urgent guidance on how users should respond to this incident.

Key Points Covered in the Video:​

• Breached Security: LinkedIn acknowledged that a substantial number of passwords have been leaked. While the passwords were initially in a hashed format, the vulnerabilities have led to many being successfully cracked.
• Recommended Actions: It's crucial for all LinkedIn users to change their passwords immediately, regardless of whether they've been specifically notified of a breach. This preemptive measure helps protect personal and professional data.
• Step-by-Step Password Change:
  1. Navigate to your profile on LinkedIn.
  2. Click on your name in the upper right corner to access settings.
  3. Select the option to change your password.
  4. Enter your old password followed by your new password to complete the process.
• Recovering Access: If an account was indeed cracked, LinkedIn has communicated directly with affected users by email, providing instructions on how to regain access. For further assistance, users are encouraged to reach out to support.

  Community Discussion​

  This incident serves as a cautionary tale about online security, highlighting the importance of strong, unique passwords and the regular updating of credentials. Members of WindowsForum.com, what measures do you take to secure your online accounts? Have you had experiences similar to this, and how did you respond? Feel free to share your thoughts or personal stories regarding this issue. It’s always valuable to learn from one another in today's digital landscape!