What is Leak News?
Leak News is such a “passive monitoring” feature that keeps you informed about cybersecurity events, such as company breaches or large-scale data leaks. Unlike active monitoring, which scans for your personal data in leaks, passive monitoring alerts you to potential risks based on publicly available breach announcements.
How is Leak News different from active monitoring?
Active Monitoring: Focuses on detecting whether your personal information (e.g., email, password, or username) has been directly exposed in a data leak.
Passive Monitoring: Alerts you to breach announcements involving companies or platforms you may interact with. It helps you stay proactive even if your specific data hasn’t been confirmed as compromised yet.
Why is Leak News important?
When a company experiences a breach, criminals often begin sharing stolen data before public announcements are made. Leak News helps you:
React quickly if you have an account with the affected company.
Take preemptive actions, such as changing passwords, enabling MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication), or monitoring your accounts for suspicious activity.
Early awareness gives you a crucial advantage in protecting yourself against potential fraud or scams.
Can I customize the news I receive in Leak News?
Yes, you can select the digital segments or industries you want to follow. For example:
Games
Government
Financial Institutions
Social Media
E-commerce
Healthcare
And many others
By choosing your interests, Leak News provides curated updates tailored to your digital footprint.
What actions can I take with Leak News?
The feature offers flexible options to stay informed:
Recommended for You: Get curated news based on your selected interests.
Read Later: Bookmark news articles for future reading.
Filter News: Tailor your feed by selecting “More news like this” or “Less news like this.”
Adjust Preferences: Remove specific sources or topics from your feed.
Share News: Spread awareness by sharing critical news with friends and family.
How does Leak News enhance my security?
By combining passive monitoring with active monitoring, Leak News equips you with a dual-layered defense:
Active monitoring identifies breaches where your data is directly involved.
Passive monitoring provides situational awareness about emerging threats, enabling you to respond to potential risks before they impact you.
This integration ensures you remain informed and ready to act against digital threats.
What should I do if a company I use appears in Leak News?
Check Your Accounts: Ensure your login credentials are secure.
Change Passwords: Update them immediately if you suspect they may be compromised.
Enable MFA: Add an extra layer of security to your accounts.
Monitor for Suspicious Activity: Keep an eye on financial transactions and login attempts.
Use the App’s Feature Active Monitoring: Confirm if your personal data is part of the breach.
