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The Ultimate Guide to Multi-factor authentication

A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Multi-factor authentication (MFA).

What to know about Multi-factor authentication

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a cybersecurity process that requires users to present multiple forms of verification before gaining access to systems or data, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorized access. With cyber threats on the rise, including data breaches, ransomware, and phishing attacks targeting both individuals and organisations, MFA has become a critical component in digital security strategies.

Recent developments highlight the expanding adoption of MFA across various industries and technologies, from cloud services and identity management platforms to hardware-based security keys and biometric authentication methods. MFA solutions continue to evolve, addressing challenges such as ease of use, phishing resistance, and integration with emerging technologies like AI and cloud computing.

For readers interested in understanding how MFA strengthens digital security, mitigates risks associated with compromised credentials, and supports compliance with cybersecurity standards, these stories offer valuable insights. Exploring MFA-related topics can help individuals and organisations make informed decisions on implementing robust, adaptive authentication measures to protect sensitive information in an increasingly connected world.

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Microsoft tops phishing brand rankings in first quarter
Malware

Microsoft tops phishing brand rankings in first quarter

Microsoft, Apple and Google dominate first-quarter phishing attacks as scammers broaden tactics from fake logins to payments, QR-code hijacks and malware.

Yesterday

Qualys & Converge launch cyber insurance pricing tool
Ransomware

Qualys & Converge launch cyber insurance pricing tool

Qualys and Converge tie cyber insurance premiums to live security data, aiming to reward stronger controls with lower costs for customers.

Yesterday

Genetec urges tighter identity controls for security systems
Data Protection

Genetec urges tighter identity controls for security systems

Genetec warns AI-driven attacks are exposing weak passwords and access gaps in connected cameras, doors and cloud-based security systems.

Yesterday

Saiga phishing kit returns to bypass multifactor auth
QR code

Saiga phishing kit returns to bypass multifactor auth

Barracuda spots Saiga 2FA phishing kit revival as attackers use dynamic pages and cookie theft to sidestep multifactor authentication.

2 days ago

Microsoft reports 8.3bn phishing threats as QR codes surge
Identity Theft

Microsoft reports 8.3bn phishing threats as QR codes surge

Microsoft says QR code phishing has surged as its systems logged 8.3 billion email threats in Q1, alongside 10.7 million BEC attacks.

3 days ago

apexanalytix launches Qubiton for AI-powered supplier checks
Data Protection

apexanalytix launches Qubiton for AI-powered supplier checks

apexanalytix brings supplier risk checks to AI tools with Qubiton, opening access to 280 million company records via APIs, chatbots and MCP.

3 days ago

Identity stays top attack surface as threats broaden
Malware

Identity stays top attack surface as threats broaden

Identity remains the top attack surface as Expel records rising endpoint and cloud incidents, with Microsoft Teams phishing and AI lures gaining ground.

3 days ago

KnowBe4 finds 86% of phishing attacks now AI-driven
Workplace

KnowBe4 finds 86% of phishing attacks now AI-driven

KnowBe4 says AI-driven phishing is spreading into Microsoft Teams and calendar invites as attackers exploit trusted workplace channels.

3 days ago

Celebrity stalkerware leak exposes private messages online
Storage

Celebrity stalkerware leak exposes private messages online

Celebrity stalkerware leak exposes private messages online after a misconfigured database left 86,859 images and chats open to anyone.

Last week

OpenAI & Yubico launch phishing-resistant YubiKeys
Data Protection

OpenAI & Yubico launch phishing-resistant YubiKeys

OpenAI and Yubico launch branded YubiKey two-pack for ChatGPT users, aiming to curb phishing and secure high-risk accounts.

Last week

Microsoft warns of surge in QR code phishing attacks
Breach Prevention

Microsoft warns of surge in QR code phishing attacks

Microsoft sees QR code phishing surge 146% to 18.7 million attacks in March as Tycoon2FA disruption cuts volume and tactics shift.

Last week

Ransomware posts rise 22% as leak sites proliferate
BitCoin

Ransomware posts rise 22% as leak sites proliferate

Leak-site posts surge 22% to 2,638 in Q1 2026 as ReliaQuest flags The Gentlemen's rise, fake claims and shifting extortion tactics.

Last week

EY names 1Kosmos chief executive officer finalist for award
Government

EY names 1Kosmos chief executive officer finalist for award

EY names 1Kosmos Chief Executive Officer Hemen Vimadalal as a finalist for its 2026 Entrepreneur Of The Year New Jersey award.

Last week

Bitdefender warns journalists on phishing & source safety
Malware

Bitdefender warns journalists on phishing & source safety

Bitdefender urges journalists to harden phones, accounts and source contacts against phishing, spyware, impersonation and AI-linked leaks.

Last week

Avatier launches offline card after Stryker cyberattack
Disaster Recovery

Avatier launches offline card after Stryker cyberattack

Avatier unveils offline Identity Challenge Card as firms seek fallback access after Stryker hack exposes MFA weaknesses.

Last month

Barracuda spots 7 million device code phishing attacks
Enterprise security

Barracuda spots 7 million device code phishing attacks

Barracuda links surge in device code phishing attacks to EvilTokens kit as criminals exploit Microsoft 365 logins and bypass multifactor checks.

Last month

One-third of FIFA World Cup partners lack email protection
Data Protection

One-third of FIFA World Cup partners lack email protection

Proofpoint warns that 36% of FIFA World Cup 2026 commercial partners still lack the strongest DMARC settings, leaving fans exposed to spoofed emails.

Last month

Silverfort & SentinelOne unite on AI identity security
Endpoint Protection

Silverfort & SentinelOne unite on AI identity security

Silverfort and SentinelOne team up to secure AI-era identities as machine-speed attacks push identity controls closer to runtime defence.

Last month

Manufacturing leads ransomware targets in 2025 report
Disaster Recovery

Manufacturing leads ransomware targets in 2025 report

Manufacturing was the most targeted sector for ransomware in 2025, as Check Point counted 1,466 attacks worldwide amid rising supply chain exposure.

Last month