by Krishi Chowdhary from Techreport on (#6Y5TG)
16 billion login credentials have been found across various datasets, making it one of the largest cybersecurity breaches in history. This is not a new leak' but a collection of previously leaked credentials stuffed into various datasets. Poor password hygiene and lack of security controls at the user level are the root cause of all such breaches. You can change your passwords now, avoid using the same password across various sites, and set up MFA to protect yourself.The post The 16 Billion Password Leak Is Not What You Think: What It Means and How to Stay Safe appeared first on Techreport.