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Security Researcher Raises Concerns over Apple's Two-Step Authentication
CEO Vladimir Katalov of the security software company Elcomsoft has published a post on CrackPassword outlining where he believes Apple’s two-step authentication comes up short. While he admits that...
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Apple brings two-step verification to Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Italy,...
Apple has expanded its two-step authentication program for Apple IDs to six more countries. Users can add extra security to their accounts in Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Italy, and Spain. Two-step...
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Tumblr ups its security game with two-step authentication
Regular Tumblr users will be happy to hear that the service has now added two-step authentication to keep your accounts more secure. Wherever its available we'd always recommend using two-step...
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How to replace a lost iCloud recovery key
If you've [enabled two-step verification](for your iCloud account, you already know that if you ever forget your password, you'll need your iCloud recovery key in order to reset it. If you've lost the...
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Authy gets Notification Center widget
Two-factor authentication app Authy has been updated to version 17.0. You can now get your most important keys right in the Notification Center. Authy's Today widget will load up to five...
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Apple rolls out two-step verification to iMessage, FaceTime
Apple has rolled out two-step verification to the company's iMessage and FaceTime. That allows you to combine your password with a token to help protect your accounts from unauthorized access. That...
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How to set up two-factor authentication for iCloud
Keep your iCloud account secure with two-factor authentication. Most people use their Apple ID account not only for iCloud data, but to purchase content from iTunes and the App Store. That means that...
View ArticleTwo-factor experts Authy purchased by Twilio
Authy, a company that specializes in security through two-factor authentication, has been purchased by cloud communication services company Twilio. The two companies have been working together since...
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Two-factor authentication in iOS 9 and OS X El Capitan
With iOS 9 and OS X El Capitan, Apple is introducing system-wide two-factor authentication. The idea behind two-factor authentication is exactly what the name implies: Your password alone is no longer...
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Set up Apple's 2-factor authentication for Auto Unlock
How do you switch from Apple's two-step to two-factor authentication, how do you set it up, and how do you get verification codes? Here's what you need to know! Apple originally implemented two-step...
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Apps that use iCloud will require app-specific passwords starting June 15
Apps using iCloud will get a little harder to access, but a lot more secure. Apple has sent out a support email explaining that, starting June 15, third-party apps using iCloud to store data will...
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Apple will require users to switch to 2FA in iOS 11 and macOS High Sierra
When you upgrade to iOS 11 or macOS High Sierra, you will automatically be switched over to 2FA if you were on 2SV before. Apple will soon be requiring everyone with two-step verification (2SV) to...
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Major mobile carriers are working together on new authentication platform
SMS isn't the most secure authentication method, so AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, and Verizon have joined forces to create a different one. If you're a mobile user who also has social media, email, or...
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How to use Authy to manage two-factor authentication
Passwords are weak and often cracked. Two-factor authentication, which uses your phone number to send a secondary code you have to enter, is much stronger. I know first-hand how scary password hacks...
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How to generate an app-specific password for Twitter on Mac
Looking to generate an app-specific password to really lock down your Twitter account? Here's how. Sure, having your phone number attached to your Twitter account for two-factor authentication is...
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Protect yourself by adding 2FA to your most important accounts
How do you protect your photos, messages, and more from being hacked or stolen online?Hackers have become too good, and security systems are still flawed. Longer complicated passwords created by...
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Secure your Dropbox account using this level of security
Secure your Dropbox account using two-factor authentication by following these steps.Your Dropbox account has been designed to store some of your most important documents. To better secure your Dropbox...
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Protect and secure your Google account with 2FA — here's how to set it up!
Google is far from invincible when it comes to data breaches — secure your Google account with 2-factor authentication.Not sure if two-factor authentication is important? Reports of millions of Google...
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Lock down your Tumblr account with two-factor authentication
Secure your Tumblr gifsets, memes, songs, and blogs with two-factor authentication.You may not keep security information or top-secret plans on your Tumblr account, but that doesn't mean it's not worth...
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Add an extra layer of protection to your Skype account by enabling 2FA
Add an extra layer of protection to your Skype account by enabling two-factor authentication.Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of protection to your accounts by requiring you to enter...
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Google Authenticator can now hide your 2FA codes behind Face ID & Touch ID
What you need to knowGoogle Authenticator can now require Face ID or Touch ID authentication before displaying 2FA codes.The new feature is part of version 3.2.0 that's in the App Store now.More...
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Keep your iCloud account secure with two-factor authentication
How do you set up Apple's two-factor authentication, and how do you get verification codes? Here's what you need to know!Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a secondary security measure that provides...
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Worried about getting hacked? Set up 2FA for your Instagram account!
Instagram has 2FA available so you can secure your account. Here's how to set it up.With Instagram's two-factor authentication tool, your account is protected by an additional layer of security....
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Worried about getting your Twitter account hacked? Set up 2FA to protect it
Protect your account by enabling Twitter's two-factor authentication options.Twitter can be a powerful mouthpiece for you, your brand, or your business — and an even more powerful weapon if your login...
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Secure your Facebook account with two-factor authentication
Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to your digital account. It's easy to get it set up for your Facebook account, whether you're on a Mac or iPhone.You may love Facebook or just...
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