Lightning-compatible YubiKey 5Ci could secure your iPhone logins
It also has a USB-C port for when you need to use an Android device or computer instead.
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How a trivial cell phone hack is ruining lives
This is a personal security red alert.
Instagram's app-based two-factor authentication is available now
No more having to use a text message.We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
Facebook’s two-factor ad practices give middle finger to infosec
Using our security information for commercial purposes ought to be illegal.
Ubisoft rewards two-factor use with free 'Rainbow Six: Siege' skin
Lock down your account and boast about it in the process.
Instagram displays more info to prove popular accounts are legit
You can also use apps for two-factor authentication instead of texts.
Epic uses a free 'Fortnite' dance to encourage two-factor authentication
Make criminals take the L.
Twitter adds support for login verification with a USB key
You can use a security key instead of having a code sent to your phone.
Frontier Communications' password bug lets anyone into your account
The vulnerability renders two-factor protections useless.
Uber security flaw compromised two-factor authentication
It isn't much of a security measure if there's a workaround.
LastPass fixes fingerprint security flaw in its Authenticator app
If you use the Android app, you'll want to update right now.
Twitter two-factor authentication can work solely via third-party apps
You no longer need to offer text messaging to get into your account.
Google rumored to replace 2-factor with 'Advanced Protection' keys
Made for VIPs, it could arrive as a response to last year's DNC hack.
Facebook rebuffs Pakistan request to link accounts to phone numbers
It's more concerned with protecting rights than tackling fake users.
SMS two-factor authentication isn't being banned
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iOS users report Apple ID lockouts (update: temporary fix)
It's a particular problem if you're using a beta, but password issues have affected others, too.
Google Prompt streamlines two-step verification
And it now comes standard for Android users.
Hacker hijacks @Deray by redirecting his Verizon phone number
Two-factor authentication texts went to the hacker's phone instead, no password needed.
PlayStation Network is adding two-factor sign-ins
It'll be that much harder to hijack your PSN account.
