Password vault provider Bitwarden has strengthened its default security protocols in response to criticism over encryption weaknesses. Using just 200,001 security iterations, 100,001 client-side and 100,000 server-side, the firm was accused of placing users’ encryption keys at risk of brute force attacks. Following advice from community forum users and security researchers, Bitwarden increased its default client-side iterations to 600,000. The change initially applies only to new accounts and it is unclear if existing accounts will be automatically updated.
US charges suspected LockBit ransomware developer
The US Department of Justice has charged Rostislav Panev, alleged developer for the LockBit ransomware group, with 41 counts including wire fraud and extortion. Panev,
