News, announcements and security tips from the enpass blog.
In 2021 alone, 6 billion user accounts suffered data breaches, setting a new (not so happy) record for data breaches. 2022 was no better. The bottom line is that individuals and businesses must better protect themselves against cybercrime. The two most effective ways to safeguard sensitive information are strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA). Together, they […]
Disturbing reports of high-profile data breaches involving popular password managers have become more frequent. LastPass and Norton Password Manager were recently hacked, which has raised concerns about the security and reliability of using such tools to store sensitive information. These security breaches can naturally make anyone nervous about the safety of their data. But these […]
Safer Internet Day (SID) is celebrated each year in February to promote a safer and more positive use of digital technology. This globally recognized event addresses a wide range of concerns, from cyberbullying to social networking to digital identity, so that everyone uses technology responsibly, respectfully, and creatively. The safety issues in cyberspace have evolved […]
In December 2022, the popular cloud-based password manager LastPass revealed hackers had stolen the encrypted password vaults of its 30 million users. This means each user’s master password is now the only barrier between the hackers and all their private information. Most password managers, including LastPass, store users’ passwords in a centralized location — a […]
Most of us primarily use web browsers for work and play throughout the day. So why not also entrust it with our passwords? Although it may seem like a safe and convenient place to store passwords, your browser is not entirely trustworthy. People often think they don’t need a password manager because using a free […]
In today’s digital age, it’s no surprise that cyber threats and security risks are on the rise. One of the most widespread cyber attacks is phishing, a social engineering attack targeting unsuspecting users with malicious links or emails. How does Phishing Work? Phishing is a cyber attack that takes place by tricking people into giving […]
