Two malware campaigns weaponize open-source software to target executives and cloud systems, combining social engineering ...

Abstract: Choosing the most effective word-mangling rules to use when performing a dictionary-based password cracking attack can be a difficult task. In this paper we discuss a new method that ...

Security firm Mandiant has released a database that allows any administrative password protected by Microsoft’s NTLM.v1 hash algorithm to be hacked in an attempt to nudge users who continue using the ...

Whenever you buy used computers there is a risk that they come with unpleasant surprises that are not of the insect variant. From Apple hardware that is iCloud-locked with the original owner MIA to ...

If your password is admin, you’re not alone, but you should be worried. NordPass released its seventh annual report on the world’s most common passwords, and the results show we still make it ...

Active Directory is still how most organizations manage user identities, making it a frequent focus during attacks. What’s changed isn’t the target, but how much faster and more effective these ...

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Weak passwords make hacking easy. Check if your login is on the top 2025 list. | ©Image Credit: Towfiqu barbhuiya/Unsplash Passwords are meant to safeguard our most personal data, but what if the very ...

Passwords play a huge role in how you stay safe online. They protect your accounts, devices and money. Still, many people pick logins that criminals can guess in seconds. The latest NordPass report ...

If Steam will not let you reset your password, you can usually fix the issue by checking your email, switching browsers, clearing cache, or using Steam’s account recovery form. This guide lists the ...

Python has become one of the most popular programming languages out there, particularly for beginners and those new to the hacker/maker world. Unfortunately, while it’s easy to get something up and ...