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Micro-Credentials stories - Page 3
While major achievements in education or training are recognised by certifications, diplomas or degrees,
smaller incremental recognition is provided through Micro-Credentials. Often delivered in the form of
badges or tokens which serve to inform others of progress, while incentivising the user to keep
progressing through their learning towards an eventual ‘macro’ objective.
Countering the rise of credential-based attacks
Tue, 12th Oct 2021
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By implementing behavioural analytics and smart password practices, security teams can thwart credential-based attacks across the organisation.
Attivo Networks launches credential-cloaking tool to deter data thieves
Thu, 9th Sep 2021
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The tool is part of Attivo's Endpoint Detection Net suite, and is aimed at enabling organisations to hide credentials from would-be attackers and their tools.
Microsoft partners with AustCyber to launch cybersecurity traineeship program
Mon, 26th Jul 2021
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Microsoft partners with AustCyber to launch a cybersecurity traineeship program, aiming to support 200 participants into a cyber career.
Thousands of stolen credentials end up on the internet by careless phishing scammers
Wed, 27th Jan 2021
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Large-scale phishing campaign exposed stolen credentials to the public, Check Point Research and Otorio researchers find.
How a vantage point sees threats before they impact
Wed, 25th Nov 2020
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80% of data breaches involve compromised passwords, according to Verizon. Organisations must prioritize security measures. #CyberSecurity.
Thycotic rolls out SCIM Connector for expanded user access integration
Thu, 16th Jul 2020
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Thycotic announces general availability of SCIM Connector 2.0, allowing expanded integrations between identity providers and Secret Server.
Remote workers need to up their game to keep organisations secure
Fri, 5th Jun 2020
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Remote workers' habits are jeopardising corporate security, says CyberArk study; password reuse and insecure BYOD devices are key culprits.
Hyland wields blockchain power for credential verification
Wed, 3rd Jun 2020
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Blockchain goes beyond crypto, enabling secure, lifelong digital credential ownership and instant verification.
Hyland snaps up blockchain credentialing firm Learning Machine
Tue, 11th Feb 2020
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Hyland expands document authentication capabilities with acquisition of blockchain innovator Learning Machine.
Online users giving out social media details too freely - Kaspersky
Mon, 23rd Sep 2019
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Kaspersky's Global Privacy Report 2018 reveals that 39.2% of users trade private data for increased safety, with many freely sharing social media details.
Gaming industry a rising target of cyber-attacks – Akamai
Fri, 26th Jul 2019
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Hackers have launched 12 billion credential stuffing attacks on gaming websites from Nov 2017 to Mar 2019, says Akamai's 2019 report.
Underground cybercrime industry for cheating continues to grow
Fri, 28th Jun 2019
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Kaspersky research reveals a rise in cybercrime targeting education, with students hacking grades and buying fake diplomas amid mounting exam pressures.
Cyber criminals targeting the gaming industry at an alarming rate
Fri, 14th Jun 2019
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The gaming industry is becoming a prime target for cyber criminals, with 12 billion credential attacks in 17 months, says Akamai's new report.
Credentials install base set to hit 11 billion by 2023
Thu, 13th Jun 2019
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The number of smart card shipments is forecast to increase from 618.8 million in 2018 to 732.7 million in 2023, according to ABI Research.
SIM swapping: What is it and should you be worried?
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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Due to the growing reliance on mobile phones, SIM swapping is increasingly targeted as a way to take over a victim's online accounts.
Google's new Chrome feature warns about compromised logins
Fri, 8th Feb 2019
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Google's new Chrome feature, Password Checkup, alerts users if their login details are compromised, enhancing security alongside Cross Account Protection.
Expert comment: What the Collection #2-5 data dump means for credential abuse
Mon, 4th Feb 2019
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TechDay spoke to experts and executives in the security industry about the data leak and the implications on phishing and credential stuffing.
Massive 2.2bil-username data dump leaked on dark web
Fri, 1st Feb 2019
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A colossal 2.2 billion unique usernames and passwords have surfaced on the dark web in the second major data dump in two weeks, rocking cybersecurity experts.
Credential theft industry booming in US, declining in Asia & EU
Wed, 10th Oct 2018
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New research reveals the US is ripe for harvest, but Blueliv says the declines in EU and Asia are almost definitely only temporary.
Mega users affected by credential stuffing attack; 15,000 affected
Thu, 19th Jul 2018
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Data breach at Mega exposes 15,000 users' login details due to reused passwords and credential stuffing attacks.