Security News

Mac malware steals cryptocurrency exchange cookies, text messages for 2FA authentication
2019-01-31 14:25

The CookieMiner malware attempts to extract credentials for cryptocurrency wallets and exchanges, as well as stored password and credit card information.

How to integrate SSH key authentication into KeePassXC
2019-01-24 19:08

Make using SSH key authentication a snap with the new ssh-agent feature found in KeePassXC.

USB-C Authentication sounds great, so why are people worried?
2019-01-14 11:23

USB-C Authentication could banish USB threats forever, but it might also mean you're tied to buying ‘approved’ accessories.

Yet Another Bypass: Is 2FA Broken? Authentication Experts Weigh In
2019-01-11 15:44

A penetration testing tool called Modlishka can defeat two-factor authentication in the latest 2FA security issue. We asked a roundtable of experts what it all means.

Skype Glitch Allowed Android Authentication Bypass
2019-01-07 15:13

A glitch allowed hackers to access contacts, photos and more on Android devices - simply by answering a Skype call.

Vein authentication beaten by wax hand and photograph
2019-01-04 12:43

A new presentation shows how vein authentication systems can be fooled using a fake wax hand model.

Unlocking the Power of Biometric Authentication with Behavior Analytics
2019-01-04 11:47

As biometrics continues to gain popularity in the authentication world, it’s important to keep in mind that multi-factor authentication is critical and behavior biometrics alone are not enough to...

More phishing attacks on Yahoo and Gmail SMS 2FA authentication
2018-12-21 17:17

The second report in a week has analysed phishing attacks that are attempting – and probably succeeding – in bypassing older forms of two-factor authentication (2FA).

Sneaky phishing campaign beats two-factor authentication
2018-12-18 10:45

Protecting an account with multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a no-brainer, but that doesn’t mean every method for doing this is equally secure.

Real-Time Attacks Against Two-Factor Authentication
2018-12-14 16:02

Attackers are targeting two-factor authentication systems: Attackers working on behalf of the Iranian government collected detailed information on targets and used that knowledge to write...