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Cyber Threats Surge in India’s Financial Sector

Fintech News

These chatbots leverage AI with natural language processing (NLP) capabilities to engage potential victims in seemingly benign conversations, subtly extracting credentials or sensitive data over time. Common vulnerabilities include poor access controls, the lack of MFA, delayed security patches, and mismanagement of privileged accounts.

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Understanding the Cyber Risks in Video Communication

VISTA InfoSec

For instance, an attacker might send an email that appears to be from a trusted video communication platform, prompting you to click on a link to verify your account or update credentials. Additionally, consider platforms with strong access controls, such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) to prevent unauthorized access.

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How to Create a GDPR-Compliant Password Policy?

VISTA InfoSec

Credential stuffing , a form of cyberattack where attackers use stolen credentials to gain unauthorized access to user accounts, highlights the need for strong password policies. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of security to the authentication process.

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Advanced Data Security: Safeguarding Your Business In The Digital Age  

VISTA InfoSec

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. Embrace the basics—insist on a formidable device passcode that’s routinely refreshed.

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Deep Dive: Reducing The Security Risks Of Open Banking

PYMNTS

The most popular technique, credential abuse, involves fraudsters using compromised passwords and other login information to gain access to sensitive systems. Passwords at this point can be ineffective as 65 percent of individuals use the same passwords for multiple accounts. There were 85.42

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SWIFT CSP: A Quick Guide for Financial Institutions

VISTA InfoSec

Promoting Accountability: Encouraging financial institutions to take responsibility for securing their local environments and ensuring compliance through independent SWIFT CSP assessments. Know and Limit Access Prevent compromise of credentials Manage identities and segregate privileges 3.Detect

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Data Blizzard Hits LA Schools: Students data stolen in Snowflake Hack

VISTA InfoSec

The breach, linked to a hack of the district’s Snowflake account, has exposed sensitive data pertaining to students and employees enrolled in the sprawling district. The incident came to light on June 6, when LAUSD officials became aware of an account from Sp1d3r purporting to offer certain student and employee data for sale.

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