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Microsoft has declared that constantly resetting passwords is outdated and potentially makes users more vulnerable to hacking.

Fourteen years is a long time for sensitive information like usernames and passwords to be sitting ducks, unencrypted and at risk of theft and corruption.

New Zealanders are putting too much trust in smart devices and not necessarily applying some of their own 'smarts' to the process.

SolarWinds expands its IT security portfolio with the new Passportal suite, offering unified password and privileged client knowledge management tools for MSPs.

Despite high awareness of online threats, a Kantar TNS survey finds many New Zealanders neglect basic security measures like using antivirus software.

For many cybersecurity professionals, the worries of the day often crawl into night-time routines - LogMeIn says better password practices can help.

The study finds using a number of the top password managers is no better than putting your passwords in a text file and saving it to your desktop.

TechDay spoke to experts and executives in the security industry about the data leak and the implications on phishing and credential stuffing.

Some shocking results include that 57% of respondents who have experienced a phishing attack have not changed their password behaviours.

Largest ever database of breached login details leaked on dark web, containing over a billion unique combinations of email addresses and passwords.

Erroneous alerts regarding potential missile strikes that caused civil disruption in Hawaii and Japan in recent history.

CERT NZ's Q3 report shows an alarming 35% rise in financial losses from cyber incidents, now at NZD $2.9 million, with unauthorised access up by 28%.

Dell is asking all of its Dell.com customers to change their passwords after it detected 'unauthorised activity' on its network earlier this month.

A good MFA solution would cover access for both types of applications, and enable access for both employees and third parties such as contractors.

As Cyber Smart Week 2018 kicks off, CERT NZ urges Kiwis to bolster online defences amid lingering concerns over data breaches like Facebook's.

In an era of rampant cyber attacks, companies like Amazon are testing sophisticated zero log-in tech, aiming to make passwords a thing of the past.

LastPass has released its 2018 Global Password Security Report, providing insights into password behaviour in the workplace.

Web development and coding platform GitHub has rolled out password and two-factor authentication revamps to make user accounts more secure.

Okta announces new features that allow organisations to replace passwords with stronger authentication methods.

Google to address app monitoring of network activity in upcoming Android P, says NordVPN. Users urged to use VPN for online privacy.