Recent reports of a massive credentials leak are misleading, as the exposed data comprises previously stolen credentials collected over time from infostealers and data breaches, rather than a new data breach. Users are advised to maintain good cybersecurity practices, including using unique passwords and enabling two-factor authentication to protect their accounts from potential threats.
Billions of stolen cookies are currently for sale online, with a significant percentage remaining active and exploitable, posing serious security risks to users. Cybercriminals can use these cookies to gain unauthorized access to personal accounts and sensitive data, often bypassing traditional security measures like multi-factor authentication. Experts recommend being cautious with cookie acceptance and maintaining updated security practices to mitigate these threats.