Monthly Archives: May 2025

New Microsoft accounts will be “passwordless by default”

Microsoft is making new Microsoft accounts passwordless by default, the company has announced on Thursday, which marked this year’s World Password Day. “As part of [a recently simplified sign-in user experience], we’re changing the default behavior for new accounts,” Vasu Jakkal, Corporate VP, Microsoft Security, and Joy Chik, President, Identity & Network Access, declared. “New users will have several passwordless options for signing into their account and they’ll never need to enroll a password. Existing … More → The post New Microsoft accounts will be “passwordless by default” appeared first on Help Net Security.
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AI-fueled cybercrime may outpace traditional defenses

Defenders should begin using AI to counter cyber criminals’ adoption of the technology, according to security firm Check Point.
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Opsera improves GitHub security management

Opsera announced new Advanced Security Dashboard capabilities that, available as an extension of Opsera’s Unified Insights for GitHub Copilot, help enterprises maximize the benefits of GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS). Opsera now connects and provides a comprehensive view of security alongside software development performance, enabling the monitoring of vulnerabilities, tracking of remediation, and fostering a stronger security culture across development teams, all without slowing down software delivery. “Our Advanced Security Dashboard complements our existing GitHub solutions … More → The post Opsera improves GitHub security management appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Anviz unveils biometric access control solution

Anviz launched W2 Face, its latest hybrid biometric access control and attendance terminal. Designed to meet the needs of modern enterprises, the W2 Face combines facial recognition, fingerprint authentication, and RFID capabilities in a compact, intelligent device. Responding to market evolution As the access control landscape shifts toward integrated multi-biometric solutions, businesses increasingly seek systems that enhance security and operational efficiency. Market analysis conducted by Anviz has revealed key trends driving this demand: A growing … More → The post Anviz unveils biometric access control solution appeared first on Help Net Security.
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AI and automation shift the cybersecurity balance toward attackers

Threat actors are increasingly harnessing automation, commoditized tools, and AI to systematically erode the traditional advantages held by defenders, according to Fortinet. The post AI and automation shift the cybersecurity balance toward attackers appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Phone theft is turning into a serious cybersecurity risk

Phone theft is a rising issue worldwide, and it’s more than just a property crime. It’s a serious cybersecurity threat. In the UK alone, the Metropolitan Police recovers 1,000 phones each week. Stolen phones don’t just go to local black markets. They often get funneled into larger criminal operations. For example, stolen phones can be used to bypass security features or be reprogrammed and resold. In 2024, Europol uncovered a massive phishing network that affected … More → The post Phone theft is turning into a serious cybersecurity risk appeared first on Help Net Security.
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People know password reuse is risky but keep doing it anyway

35% of Gen Z said they never or rarely update passwords after a data breach affecting one of their accounts, according to Bitwarden. Only 10% reported always updating compromised passwords. 38% of Gen Z and 31% of Millennials only change a single character or simply recycle an existing password. 79% of Gen Z admit password reuse is risky, yet 59% recycle an existing password when updating accounts with companies that disclose data breaches. 55% of … More → The post People know password reuse is risky but keep doing it anyway appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Half of red flags in third-party deals never reach compliance teams

Third-party risk management (TPRM) is compromised in many organizations because those holding the relationship with the third-party (relationship owners) don’t escalate red flags to compliance teams reliably, according to Gartner. The post Half of red flags in third-party deals never reach compliance teams appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Infosec products of the month: April 2025

Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past month, featuring releases from: 1touch.io, Abnormal AI, AppViewX, Arctic Wolf Networks, Bitdefender, BitSight, Bugcrowd, Cato Networks, CyberQP, Cyware, Entrust, Exabeam, Flashpoint, Forescout, Index Engines, Jit, LastPass, PlexTrac, PowerDMARC, RunSafe Security, Saviynt, Seal Security, Seemplicity, Skyhawk Security, Stellar Cyber, Swimlane, Varonis, and Veracode. Email authentication simplified: How PowerDMARC makes DMARC effortless With PowerDMARC, users can generate and publish DMARC, SPF, and DKIM records with a … More → The post Infosec products of the month: April 2025 appeared first on Help Net Security.
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One year of Phi: Small language models making big leaps in AI

Microsoft continues to add to the conversation by unveiling its newest models, Phi-4-reasoning, Phi-4-reasoning-plus, and Phi-4-mini-reasoning.  The post One year of Phi: Small language models making big leaps in AI appeared first on Microsoft Azure Blog.
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