AnyDesk hacked: the data of 90 million users at risk
AnyDesk, the developer of the popular remote-control software, has officially confirmed that its own systems were hacked. The cyberattack has put the information of 90 million users at risk, including their email addresses and their passwords.
What Are the Details of the AnyDesk Hack?
Type of attack: the exact type has not been identified yet.
Data stolen: email addresses, passwords, and AnyDesk session information such as the date, the time and the session ID.
Systems affected: the AnyDesk website and the customer database.
AnyDesk’s Response to the Attack
As soon as AnyDesk learned about the attack it cut off access to the affected systems. The password of every user was changed by default, and users have been advised to change their passwords on other websites and applications as well.
How to Defend Yourself Against the Vulnerability
Change your password on AnyDesk and on other websites and applications.
Use a strong, unique password for each account.
Turn on two-factor authentication (wherever it is possible).
Use antivirus and anti-malware software.
Watch out for phishing emails and unverified links.
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