password manager
Coverage of password manager in the Nexus archive.
- [AU] - Amazon scam - not sure how it originated
A user received a scam call from a New Zealand number posing as Amazon, prompting them to share a verification code. After taking security measures like changing their password and enabling two-step verification, they noticed discrepancies in SMS/WhatsApp messages and questioned the scam's methodology.
- I nearly lost my Crypto because a scam SMS appeared in the official verification-code thread
A user nearly lost their Crypto.com account to a scam where a fraudulent SMS appeared in the same message thread as legitimate verification codes. The scam involved a fake login alert from Istanbul, Turkey, followed by a phone call requesting sensitive information. The user's strong 3FA security setup and a typo in their personal pin code prevented the scam from succeeding.
- Dashlane password manager users locked out by brute force attacks
Multiple Dashlane password manager users were locked out of their accounts due to brute-force attacks involving logins from distant locations and unknown devices.
- Get your passwords out of Bitwarden while you still can
An article warns users to export their passwords from Bitwarden password manager while they still can, suggesting potential concerns about the service's future or security. The story has generated moderate discussion on Hacker News with 35 points and 18 comments.
- Is seedphrase enough for long term storage?
A user asks about best practices for long-term cryptocurrency storage, specifically whether a seed phrase written on steel is sufficient or if a private key should also be stored separately. The question also addresses where to securely store optional passwords for wallet access, particularly for someone who struggles with password management.