Social networking site breach exposes most popularly used passwords

An analysis of more than 32 million exposed passwords revealed “123456″ as the most commonly used security code when logging into online accounts.

Filed under: Internet Security, Social Networking, Internet Security, Passwords, Social Media

Prevent Identity Theft on Social Networks

Social networking sites have become easy prey for identity thieves. But don’t worry; we’ve got some tips to keep you safe while you socially network! Learn how identity theft occurs with networking sites and ways to prevent identity theft from happening to you.

Filed under: Internet Security, Identity Theft, Social Networking

Bono calls for internet controls

U2 frontman Bono warns that in a few years people will be able to download entire movies in seconds.U2 frontman Bono warns that in a few years people will be able to download entire movies in seconds. (Odd Anderson/Associated Press)

Filed under: Internet Piracy, Internet Security, Odds & Sodds, Bono, Internet, Piracy, Restrictions

Computer security firm lists cyber threats of 2010

The experts revealed that the way people use the Internet and their computers has evolved significantly and so have the cyber criminals. They have changed their tactics accordingly.

Filed under: Internet Security, 2010, Cyber Threats, Facebook, McAfee, Twitter

Is your social network password safe? Take this test!

Courtesy www.findmysoft.com

1. Do you use the same password for every web site? Both your bank and your social network?
2. Is it a word or date easily discovered by reading your Facebook profile?
3. Is it: Password, 123456, butthead, internet, twitter, superman, starwars, whatever or xxxxxx?

Filed under: Internet Security, Social Networking, Internet Security, Passwords, RockYou, Social Networking