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The United Nations has now joined the list of high-profile public sector organizations falling victim to online security threats after hackers obtained and leaked more than 1,000 employee email addresses, user names and passwords.

With the holiday shopping season now in full swing, retailers must ensure their online security fundamentals are strong enough to protect customer data and avoid potentially costly incidents.

As cybercriminals continue to crack codes and breach systems around the world, it may be time to abandon conventional password protection wisdom and explore the potential of password manager software.

Successful password manager practices have officials at an Atlanta YMCA breathing easily following the theft of a computer containing members' personal information, according to a Channel 2 Action News report.

A recent phishing scam was able to leverage weak passwords for financial gain at the expense of Xbox Live users, according to a recent report from The Sun.

The Korean Communications Commission recently confirmed that a data breach suffered by video game manufacturer Nexon compromised the accounts of approximately 13.2 millions subscribers, leaking a variety of personal information.

As IT departments in all industries continue to craft elaborate strategies to guard against online security threats, a number of organizations seem to be overlooking the fundamentals of password protection.

The continued popularity of using personally-owned smartphones for work purposes may spell disaster for the business community this holiday season as hackers exploit consumer behavior to infiltrate corporate networks.

Over the next few weeks, consumers are sure to bring their holiday shopping lists into the workplace - with a wave of potential online security threats following close behind.

Before taking advantage of today's hottest online shopping deals, consumers should be aware of a few potentially dangerous traps to avoid on Cyber Monday.

Officials from Lawrence Memorial Hospital came forward this week to alert patients of a recent online security breach that may have compromised sensitive personal information.

With American consumers keen to cash in on Cyber Monday's hottest deals, online security threats are sure to follow them at work, at home and on-the-go.

The Department of Homeland Security recently strengthened its stance on digital threat preparations with the selection of the Online Trust Alliance as the central provider of online security training for government employees.

Keeping pace with online security threats created by dedicated teams of hackers around the world is no easy task. But according to information security expert Anup Ghosh, the data protection industry may be a victim of its inability to evolve old ideas to solve new problems.

Both consumers and businesses are beginning to gravitate toward the convenience and efficiency of cloud computing for a wider range of services. However, users must be aware of the unique online security dangers common to the new platform and take appropriate action to protect their identities.

According to both hackers and security experts, some of the vulnerabilities recently discovered within public utility infrastructure could have been eliminated with something as simple as password manager software.

Although consumer awareness of online security threats has improved in recent times, so too have the tactics deployed by clever identity thieves.

When it comes to creating passwords, some internet users are cleverer than others. But with the latest report from SplashData, consumers can now see how their inventions stack up against the 25 worst passwords of the year.

According to Symantec, smaller companies have become significantly more attractive targets in the past few years, and careless online security attitudes could be costly.

According to the latest research from the National Cyber Security Alliance and McAfee, many Americans may be suffering from a case of false confidence when it comes to their online safety and security.

With the holiday season nearly underway, shoppers are encouraged to keep track of all their computing devices to steer clear of identity theft.

A growing number of companies are turning to social media sites like Facebook as an affordable means of promoting their brand and interacting with customers. However, there are a number of online security risks managers should be aware before moving ahead with projects on these platforms.

Today's youth are more interested and invested in technology than ever before, but this increase in digital activity may be making them vulnerable to serious online security threats.

Although public computers can provide convenient access to programs and websites, they also carry a number of unique online security risks for uninformed users.

Cybercriminals are gearing up for a crucial two months, according to McAfee analysts, as a flood of consumers are expected to find their way into the online marketplace during the holiday season.

According to a new report released by the U.K. Information Commissioner's Office, college students are not taking the proper precautions to protect themselves against the risks of identity theft.

Online file hosting and synchronization specialist Dropbox has made several important updates, according to Ghacks, responding to data protection concerns from its users.

Identity thieves are shifting their attention towards new tactics, according to ABC News, and law enforcement officials have recognized a clear spike in fraudulent tax refunds.

Although businesses often spend considerable amounts of time and money setting up network security defenses, employee knowledge regarding proper protocol may be the missing link within a number of organizations.

Constantly evolving threats in the online security community make cyberattacks nearly inevitable, according to the Financial Times. However, there are still a number of proactive steps companies can take to limit the damage associated with network breaches.

According to Lieberman Software's Password 2011 survey, inconsistent policies and managerial apathy may be jeopardizing the security of corporate networks.

In response to growing online security concerns among consumers, Facebook has debuted enhanced password protection capabilities.