VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 18, 2024

Don’t overlook data at rest—files sitting idle on servers or databases. A crafty hacker could infiltrate accounts secured by flimsy credentials. In addition to access control, fortify your defenses with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Simplistic credentials are entry points for hackers.

Data Security 266

Data Security Security Encryption Cybersecurity 266

VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 27, 2024

Snowflake is a cloud database platform used by companies worldwide to store their data. A joint investigation by Mandiant, Snowflake, and CrowdStrike revealed that Sp1d3r tracked as UNC5537, used stolen customer credentials to target at least 165 organizations that had not enabled multi-factor authentication (MFA) on their accounts.

FBI 130

FBI Breach MFA Cybersecurity 130

Seon

JANUARY 29, 2024

In layman’s terms, users may refer to account takeover fraud as account hacking – when they realize someone stole their online credentials. Educate your users: Remind users to prioritize password security, encourage the use of multi-factor authentication (MFA), and suggest the use of VPNs on public Wi-Fi networks.

Account Takeovers 52

Account Takeovers Accounts Fraud Prevention Fraud Detection 52

FICO

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

This layer covers password policies, two-factor and multi-factor authentication (MFA), device profiling, etc. If remote access or test credentials are not required beyond a specific implementation or maintenance phase they should be disabled promptly. Profiles are not customer segments, clusters, nor a database of past transactions.

Cybersecurity 45

Cybersecurity Multi-Currency MFA ATM 45

FICO

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

This layer covers password policies, two-factor and multi-factor authentication (MFA), device profiling, etc. If remote access or test credentials are not required beyond a specific implementation or maintenance phase they should be disabled promptly. Profiles are not customer segments, clusters, nor a database of past transactions.

Cybersecurity 40

Cybersecurity Multi-Currency MFA ATM 40

Fintech News

MARCH 1, 2025

Mixin (US$200 Million, 2023) The Mixin Network was hacked through its cloud service provider’s database, with thieves making off with about $200 million in cryptocurrencies. Phishing & Social Engineering Hackers frequently trick users into revealing credentials through fake websites, emails, or impersonation.

Security 118

Security Phishing Breach Audit 118