Stored Passwords!
Do you think your stored passwords in your browser are safe ? Then think again !
The saved passwords in browser are not safe at all , anybody trying to get hands on your accounts can easily do so.
There are two ways your passwords can be stolen :
1. Somebody hooks a usb drive to your PC and within seconds he can get all the stored passwords on your Pc , from browsers , email clients and chat messengers etc. ( There are tools available that automate this process so it takes on 2 ,3 seconds !
2.One of the most common ways of stealing accounts and other valuable details are botnets , trojans etc for general readers lets just call them viruses , Everyday new viruses are created by hackers and they make way to your computer through downloads and torrents etc . All though viruses can do anything to your Pc like , destroying your data and corrupting your system some viruses are specially designed for stealing information .
What ! Then how can i protect myself !
Well there are several ways to protect yourself lets take a look :
1. In your office or any other place anybody can hook up a usb pre-loaded with tools to extract your passwords ,
- First of all be vigilant ,
- Password protect and lock your computer when away from it
- Take extra steps for safety of your Laptop
- You can disable usb functionality so that no usb other than yours can connect to your Pc ( Just search the web for the method)
- Don’t allow access to anyone to your Pc in your absence
2. Millions of Pc are affected by viruses each year , you might know several ways to protect yourselves e.g
- Install and Regularly update your antivirus
- Keep firewall On
- Look twice when downloading anything e.g look at the source , the size of file , the best way is to always download from trusted websites. Viruses can be embed into music files , software and even docs and pictures
Further preventive measures!
I would recommend use a password protection manager e.g Last Pass .Last pass adds an additional layer of security to your Passwords . It is available as an extension for all browsers . It stores your passwords on its secured servers and allows access only by entering your master password , it does all the work of a default browser password manager like storing passwords , form data , and other notes etc . All securely stored in their servers and also you need to remember only your master password and can access your accounts safely from any browser or Pc securely without remembering all of your passwords!
Last Words !
Prevention is better than cure , Stay SAFE !
