For years, security experts have recommended Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) as one of the most important protections against stolen passwords. MFA stands for Multi-Factor Authentication . It is a security method that requires a user to provide two or more different verification factors to gain access to an account or system. Instead of just entering a password (which is one factor—something you know), MFA requires an additional piece of evidence, such as: Something you have: A code generated by an authenticator app (like Microsoft Authenticator or Google Authenticator), a hardware security key (like a YubiKey), or an SMS/email verification code. Something you are: Biometrics like a fingerprint or facial recognition. Why is it used? Traditionally, MFA is used as a strong layer of defense because even if an attacker steals or guesses your password, they cannot access your account without also having physical access to your phone, authenticator app, or hardware token. However...

  Security Trend: Phishing Prevention — How to Protect Yourself Before You Click Phishing remains one of the most common ways attackers try to steal passwords, personal information, banking details, and access to online accounts. Unlike traditional computer viruses, phishing does not necessarily require malware to infect your computer. Sometimes, all an attacker needs is for you to click a link, open a fake login page, or provide information voluntarily . The good news is that many phishing attacks can be prevented by recognizing the warning signs before taking action. What Is Phishing? Phishing is a type of social engineering attack where criminals pretend to be a trusted person, company, service, government agency, bank, delivery company, or even someone you know. The attacker usually tries to create one of three reactions: Urgency — "Your account will be suspended today." Fear — "We detected suspicious activity." Curiosity or reward — "You have won a priz...