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How to move your two-factor authentication app to a new device

The Parallax

What the design itself does make clear is that when security-minded consumers upgrade their devices, they will have to take a few extra steps to migrate their two-factor authentication apps. Here’s how the migration process works for the most popular two-factor authentication apps. There are a few steps you need to take first.

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Fixed wireless access (FWA) is a secure networking option

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However, outdated operating systems can be more vulnerable to security risks because they may lack the latest security updates and patches, serving as an entry point for hackers to infiltrate networks. What is fixed wireless access?

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Microsoft’s June 2023 Patch Tuesday Addresses 70 CVEs (CVE-2023-29357)

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A remote, unauthenticated attacker can exploit the vulnerability by sending a spoofed JWT authentication token to a vulnerable server giving them the privileges of an authenticated user on the target. of the vulnerabilities patched this month, followed by elevation of privilege (EoP) vulnerabilities at 24.3%. and rated critical.

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Make a resolution to clean up your digital act? Here’s how

The Parallax

Step 1: Use two-factor authentication. In its most common form online, two-factor authentication makes you use a second, one-time password to access your account. That includes the operating system, the programs and apps that run on it, and the aforementioned Internet of Things. Step 6: Secure your digital payments.

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How to use your Android as a 2FA key

The Parallax

or later, you are a few steps away from turning it into a two-factor authentication key , the company announced at its annual I/O developer conference here on May 7. It is much safer than one-time code systems, including SMS or authenticator code systems, as this is based on the FIDO 2.0

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Microsoft’s January 2023 Patch Tuesday Addresses 98 CVEs (CVE-2023-21674)

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Windows Authentication Methods. Windows Backup Engine. CVE-2023-21674 is an EoP vulnerability in Windows operating systems that received a CVSSv3 score of 8.8 ALPC is a message passing utility in Windows operating systems. and could grant an authenticated attacker SYSTEM privileges.

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11 Tips to Keep Your Company’s IT Systems Safe

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Consider implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) wherever possible to enhance security. This is a simple security measure that can go a long way in ensuring a safe digital space. Keep Software and Systems Up to Date Outdated software and systems are more vulnerable to security breaches.