How to Secure Your Login Information In 2024

Just username and password doesn't cut it anymore for your data security

What if I told you that we may not have had 2FA for iCloud in 2014 without the creep in the photo? George Garafano is one of the hackers behind the infamous Celebgate hack. Before this hack, iCloud was the username and password authentication method. Two hundred forty personal accounts were hacked. In response, Apple implemented 2FA as an additional security control.

We have developed and implemented multi-factor authentication (MFA) in the decade since. While MFA is one of the best ways to keep your account safe, it is still a vector for attack. The cybersecurity playbook of 2024 will have to include an MFA Fatigue response. MFA Fatigue attacks are used by hackers to trick users into allowing them in, almost like a vampire that needs permission to enter your home.

Password Managers like Last Pass are another key puzzle to achieving secure authentication. These software tools act as a vault for our passwords. One should also remember that password managers have been hacked as well.

Here is the best way to secure your authentication in 3 Easy to Remember Principles:

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Password Manager - Use a password manager.

Another Account, Another Password - Create a unique login for each account you create, and allow the password manager to manage the passwords.

Multifactor Authentication - Always enable MFA in your security settings.