Security Breach?

RodaRose · March 2018

So I saw the security breach thing and changed my MFP password. My question is whether there is something else I should do. Otherwise, I am going to try to forget the continuing fiascos of breaches here, there, and what seems like everywhere.

d_thomas02 · March 2018

They hacked UserName, e-mail, and MFP password.

As long as you used different passwords for different online accounts, you'll probably only see a rise in spam. I get so much now anyway since my personal info was given away (yes, given away, not hacked) by some temp newb in personnel at my previous employer a few years ago.

If a member used the same password for banking accounts, s/he may want to change them... if s/he still has any money left.

UncleMac · March 2018

One way to avoid issues is to use a password manager like LastPass.

https://www.lastpass.com

There is a free version which only works for desktops as well as a subscription version for mobile phones and tablets.

The idea is you need only remember one password... that for the manager... and use the software to generate passwords that are random. I've been using such for about five years.

RodaRose · March 2018

I use different passwords and change them but it looks like most of my accounts are tied to one email with a password I frequently change.
I am going to look into https://www.lastpass.com when I am in a good mood. Thank you.

MostlyWater · April 2018

I used something like LastPass years ago and when it got hacked I was SOL.

I changed my bank password. If they want to send me spam on my email address, they won't be the first and they certainly won't be the last.