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Your passwords have probably been stolen and sold on the dark web
Technology reporter Matthew Sparkes thought his passwords and personal data were safe, but a tour of the murkier sides of the ...
A staggering 16 billion passwords just leaked. Here’s the real danger
As detailed by Cybernews, its researchers say these passwords come from a combination of credential stuffing sets (known ...
A massive trove of 16 billion stolen passwords was discovered — here's what to do
Researchers discovered a leak of 16 billion stolen passwords involving platforms like Apple, Gmail, and Facebook. Learn how ...
184 million passwords for Google, Microsoft, Facebook, and more leaked in massive data breach
The file was completely exposed - no encryption, no password protection, no security - just a plain text document containing ...
Billions of Passwords Have Been Leaked in Massive Breach, Researchers Say. Here’s What You Should Know
“This is not just a leak—it’s a blueprint for mass exploitation,” researchers said. “With over 16 billion login records ...
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Two Ways to Generate Secure Passwords on Your iPhone With a Couple of Taps
Shortcuts: Tap the Generate Password shortcut directly in the Shortcuts app. Back Tap: Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch ...
iOS 26 Passwords app got a big upgrade, but no one can use it yet
Apple revealed during the main WWDC 2025 keynote that the Passwords app in iOS 26 will now keep track of the password history ...
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RIP Microsoft Passwords: Here's How to Set Up a Passkey Before the August Deadline
To set up a new passkey, open your Authenticator app on your phone. Tap on your account and select "Set up a passkey." You'll ...
16 billion Google, Apple and other passwords leaked in record data breach: What you need to know
Researchers claim that the ill-gotten intel could potentially grant cybercriminals access to “pretty much any online service ...
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Sixteen billion passwords may have been stolen. Here's how to protect yourself
A Lithuanian cybersecurity news outlet says it uncovered a leak of 16 billion passwords that may grant access to Apple, ...
Billions of Passwords May Have Been Leaked in Massive Breach
“This is not just a leak—it’s a blueprint for mass exploitation,” researchers said. “With over 16 billion login records ...
DATA SAFETY: Keeping your passwords protected with two simple tips
Sports fans around the country kept ESPN reporter Lisa Salters in their thoughts and prayers during Game 6 of the NBA Finals ...