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EPISODE · Jun 4, 2025 · 13 MIN

Your Login May Be at Risk: Breaking Down the Massive Credential Exposure

from Tech Brewed · host Greg Doig

Send us Fan MailWelcome to a new episode of Tech Brewed! This week, we’re diving into one of the year’s biggest—and most alarming—security breaches. Host Greg Doig breaks down the jaw-dropping discovery of a massive database containing 184 million real usernames and passwords, left completely unprotected on the open internet. We’ll explore how your data could have ended up in this trove, the rapid rise of info-stealer malware targeting everyday internet users, and why you need to take action—now—to protect your digital life. From how these credentials were collected to practical steps you can follow today, this episode is your essential guide to staying a step ahead of cybercriminals. Grab your coffee and tune in—your online security could depend on it!Support the showSubscribe to the weekly tech newsletter at https://gregdoig.com

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a new episode of Tech Brewed! This week, we’re diving into one of the year’s biggest—and most alarming—security breaches. Host Greg Doig breaks down the jaw-dropping discovery of a massive database containing 184 million real usernames and passwords, left completely unprotected on the open internet. We’ll explore how your data could have ended up in this trove, the rapid rise of info-stealer malware targeting everyday internet users, and why you need to take action...

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