#1014 – Beware the Middleman: How Your 2FA Could Be Compromised

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#1014 - Beware the Middleman: How Your 2FA Could Be Compromised
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There's no such thing as perfect security

And that includes two-factor authentication. Yes, it significantly increases the security of your account, regardless of which form of 2FA you use, but it's not perfect.

This week's featured article discusses how one of the more popular forms of two-factor authentication can be hacked. The good news is, it's completely in your control to avoid it.

Beware the Middleman: How Your 2FA Could Be Compromised

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Featured Article

Beware the Middleman: How Your 2FA Could Be Compromised

Beware the Middleman: How Your 2FA Could Be Compromised
It requires your participation.

Some forms of two factor authentication have vulnerabilities. Here's how to avoid it.
Read: Beware the Middleman: How Your 2FA Could Be Compromised

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Beware the Middleman: How Your 2FA Could Be Compromised

Some forms of 2FA have vulnerabilities. Here's how to avoid it.
Watch: Beware the Middleman: How Your 2FA Could Be Compromised

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