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Strong passwords

Strong passwords

Internet users still use the same well-worn phrases and very predictable alphanumeric patterns. Nowadays, new programs and services require creating strong passwords, but even many sites allow you to use short and easy to guess phrases. Simple passwords do not fool hackers, who are well aware that millions of people use them.
Let’s try to create strong passwords that are hard to crack. Therefore, we should completely forget about simple strings and common words. The key to success is making a long-phrase let say 12 characters. You can use a series of existing words but arrange in an illogical order. It is also worth using different passwords for different websites.

New ransomware actor OldGremlin uses custom malware to hit top orgs

New ransomware actor OldGremlin uses custom malware to hit top orgs

Since March, companies have been harassed by a criminal group using ransomware using spear-phishing emails. The new group of OldGremlin cybercriminals attacked Russian companies, banks, industrial enterprises, and medical companies with ransomware.

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-ransomware-actor-oldgremlin-uses-custom-malware-to-hit-top-orgs/