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16 Billion Apple, Facebook, Google And Other Passwords Leaked


Change all your account passwords now — don’t wait: 16 billion credentials are confirmed as having been leaked.

ForbesGoogle Chrome Warning — Windows, Android, Mac And Linux Users Act NowBy Davey Winder Not all password databases are tye result of compromise and infostealer malware, such as is the case with the 16 billion megadump here. “The fact that the credentials in question are of high value for widely used services carries with it far-reaching implications,” Guccione said, which is why it is more important than ever for consumers to invest in password management solutions and dark web monitoring tools. “Organisations need to do their part in protecting users,” Javvad Malik, lead security awareness advocate at KnowBe4, said, “and people need to remain vigilant and mindful of any attempts to steal login credentials.

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