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Proprietary Issues: Twitter, Microsoft, and Facebook

Posted by Roy Schestowitz on Feb 18, 2023

Twitter to limit use of text messages for two-factor authentication to paid subscribers

> Two-factor authentication (2FA), meant to make accounts more secure, requires an account holder to use a second authentication method in addition to a password. Twitter allows 2FA by text message, authentication app and a security key.

Some Twitter users are unable to post, told they’re ‘over daily limit’

> Some Twitter Inc. users were unable to send tweets on Wednesday afternoon, instead getting an automated message saying they were “over the daily limit for sending Tweets,” even for users who hadn’t posted yet for the day. The company said it was aware of the glitch and working to fix it.

Smaller Companies Facing Cybersecurity Insurance Headwinds: Equifax Executive [iophk: Windows TCO]

> Experts have urged companies to assume that any outside program is vulnerable to hacking, a position known as “zero trust.” This way, they can take the necessary measures to address the attack.

Cyber Security Concerns: A threat to India’s National Security [iophk: Windows TCO]

> Confidential government and military data and citizens’ financial and personal information are at risk of being stolen or leaked by cyber criminals. Moreover, it undermines national security by exposing sensitive information to hostile actors. Terrorists launch cyberattacks to damage, breach, or use crucial infrastructure to jeopardize national security, adversely affect military hardware, obstruct the economy, and result in massive casualties. The rapid adoption of technology and the widespread use of the Internet have made India an attractive target for cybercriminals.

Minister Lintilä admits WhatsApp account wasn't hacked, still denies sending Sanna Marin meme

> The investigation by parliamentary officials was unable to rule out the possibility that someone may have used Lintilä's account at the same time as him.