Tag: data breach

Password Breach of 16 Billion Accounts Fuels Urgent Push for Passwordless Security

A record-setting breach exposed 16 billion passwords, exposing the weaknesses of our reliance on shaky authentication systems. Hackers now use stolen session tokens and cookies to sidestep even two-factor authentication, prompting cybersecurity experts to push for passwordless solutions like biometrics and passkeys.

World’s Largest Data Breach Hits 16 Billion Logins: Steps to Take Right Now

A record 16 billion login credentials were exposed, affecting users of major platforms like Google, Apple, and Facebook. The leak didn’t come from a direct hack on these companies but from malware that stole info from millions of devices. Experts urge quick, practical steps to keep accounts secure.