Malware And Web Browsers Storing Passwords!
Using your web browser to store your login credentials is tempting and convenient, but doing so is risky even without malware infections. Instead, it would be best to use a password manager, Like Password Safe, that stores everything in an encrypted vault and requests the master password to unlock it. Free Password Manager
Malware are cyber threats that are growing in popularity that criminals use, because of the amount of money it makes for them.
A malware called “RedLine” is designed for stealing usernames and passwords by targeting the most popular web browsers such as Chrome, Edge and Oprea. RedLine runs as the user on the computer, and then it will try to extract the passwords from the user’s browser profile.
One example is how a remote employee lost their VPN account credentials to the RedLine malware, which was used to hack the company's network three months later.
Ways to protect yourself from ransomware and malware attacks:
Always be careful of following links in an email.
Do not open unexpected emails or attachments from unknown senders.
Do not open spam email messages..
Be wary of emails that urgently need you to follow a link to correct a problem with an online account.
Use a password manager, like Password Safe, to keep your usernames and passwords safe.
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