The original hacker actually released the entire passwords list for only 50 roubles (about $0.75 cents).
What You Shouldn’t Do
Don’t panic. These things happen all the time. If you are using 2-step verification with a strong password, you’re most likely on the safe side.
If you are using a password like 123456, then you can start to panic.
What You Should Do
- Go to your email account settings and change your password right now!
- Use a strong password that even you can’t guess. Get some advice from Edward Snowden or use this password generator to come up with a strong password.
- Enable 2-step authentication. This adds an extra layer of protection to your online accounts by allowing you to verify your login details with a secret code that only you can receive on your phone.
- Consider using LastPass. This free password manager will help you safely manage all your passwords in one place, without having to remember any one of them.
Hackers will always find a way to steal your passwords. It’s up to you to protect your accounts and make things impossible for hackers to steal your personal information.
[Via: Independent.uk ]
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