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Registering a Security Key

I'm trying to use a security key for my Vanguard site. I've tried with Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Chrome. I can get to almost the end but get stopped-- I can't get no f… (read more)

I'm trying to use a security key for my Vanguard site. I've tried with Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Chrome. I can get to almost the end but get stopped-- I can't get no father to "connect and activate." I get a message saying--"Vanguard is requesting extended information about your security key which may affect your privacy. Firefox can anonymize this for you but the website might decline this key. If declined try again." I talked to Vanguard for help but they didn't know how to help. The key is uTrust FIDO2 NFC. USB-A NFC Certified Security Key. I believe the problem may be that this key will link all my accounts in Firefox ( and will also link if I use any other browser.)

I got the following from the internet: When it says authenticators it means Security Key.

Using an authenticator for one account is safe, but allowing a website to ask for extended information for multiple accounts using the same authenticator can permit that website to identify a link between those accounts. If you are concerned about having accounts linked together in this way, you should either deny extended information when prompted, or use different authenticators for the different accounts. This linkability is based on the authenticators, and not on your browser. If you use the same authenticator with different browsers, websites can still identify a link between multiple accounts. Can this be solved? Thanks joek90ros@aol.com

Asked by MrJaakay Prieš 4 minutes

Something is wrong. A guy nsmed brsndon snd his buddies have been accessing snd moving lots of info and money thru my families accounts?

Well, you could start by bAnning these people and i can help identify them, why would i ever want to be a part pf this community that has been robbing me and doesnt even … (read more)

Well, you could start by bAnning these people and i can help identify them, why would i ever want to be a part pf this community that has been robbing me and doesnt even leave me anything for the hindreds pf thousands of transactions tskimg place nehind my bsck, inder smd above , all around , me? I tgink uf most of you just banned yourselves then rhos world would start being a better place and running smoother. Now, im just a volunteer here so tell mmr how do we fight this problem that you all are faced worh when you have my full attention and jim no longer will cocer for ypu? Remember, bard is my very good froend so dont answer the wuestion, its rhetorical.

Asked by Keith Prieš 7 valandas

Vulnerablity risk from NordVPN

I use both Firefox and DuckDuckGo. I also have NordVPN. Recently, I have been getting warnings through NordVPN that both Firefox and DuckDuckGo represent vulnerability … (read more)

I use both Firefox and DuckDuckGo. I also have NordVPN. Recently, I have been getting warnings through NordVPN that both Firefox and DuckDuckGo represent vulnerability risks. I have been using all three programs for some time now. This warning from NordVPN is something new. Is there a vulnerability risk or is there some in compatibility between new versions of these software packages?

I am using Windows 11 on a Microsoft Surface Pro 9.

Thanks for your help.

Denis

Asked by isstrachan Prieš 18 valandų

Firefox IS Leaking Personal Information (email address)

This message is to inform you that my email is being leaked from my Firefox browser, in hopes that Mozilla will provide a fix ASAP (if it hasn’t already done so in the la… (read more)

This message is to inform you that my email is being leaked from my Firefox browser, in hopes that Mozilla will provide a fix ASAP (if it hasn’t already done so in the latest version?). This leak was made known to me after visiting several websites (sites I've visited previously and sites I’ve NEVER visited before!), where I will receive an email very shortly, if not immediately after visiting and closing the browser tab for the website. (These are legitimate sites that are selling a product and, typically, very politely asking if I need more information, etc. ).

After noticing this, I got in the habit of clearing Firefox memory frequently, if not after every site I visit; but especially when my email is required to login. However, today I just notice that my email address is “permanently” located within the Firefox browser; and have to wonder if this could be how websites are getting my email… The email is located in the Firefox addon Video DownloadHelper app. The Companion App within Video DownloadHelper requires a payment, license #, and email to install. And, when looking thru its new menu today, I noticed my email (the same one I get messages from after visiting sites) is right there within the Video DownloadHelper menu (click on VDH icon, click on gear icon, click on More settings…).

So, I don’t know for certain whether my email is being compromised after logging in to a website and not immediately clearing memory after leaving the website OR if the compromise is from the Companion App within the Firefox Video DownloadHelper app, OR possibly both(?). If it is being leaked from Video DownloadHelper, I would greatly appreciate it if Mozilla would implore upon the VDH crew to remove it from the app.

And, if you can, I would greatly appreciate an email letting me know if/when this has been fixed! Thanks! Regards, Dave

Asked by david.disbrow Prieš 1 dieną

Outbound connection flagged as riskware firefox.exe

I got 3 popups from Malwarebytes stating- Blocked Website, event details- riskware. c:\program files\mozilla firefox\firefox.exe Outbound connection With a IP and Domai… (read more)

I got 3 popups from Malwarebytes stating- Blocked Website, event details- riskware.

c:\program files\mozilla firefox\firefox.exe

Outbound connection With a IP and Domain

Asked by Anthony Prieš 2 dienas

Last reply by Anthony Prieš 2 dienas

browser manipulation

hello when I google or duckduckgo - my results are manipulated. when I visit sites like amazon, substack, indeed - really any major or secure website, the results seem m… (read more)

hello

when I google or duckduckgo - my results are manipulated. when I visit sites like amazon, substack, indeed - really any major or secure website, the results seem manipulated.

note: the results are not typical algorithm results - they are jokey or insulting, out of context with the search query. the person doing this has been at this for a long time. they know me, etc.

it happens whether I'm logged into the site or just surfing like a guest

This happens in Firefox and any other browser (Safari, Brave, Chrome)

how do i stop this?

how is this even possible?

I found this article online but I'm not tech oriented and don't comprehend the jargon. https://www.comparitech.com/blog/information-security/web-browser-attacks/

thanks for any help or information in clear, simple English

Asked by Compassionate Presence Prieš 4 dienas

Google blocking me from sites

Delete Google and their employees!lol does Facebook have any thing to do with it, maybe? Oh my gosh, where did all those come from? Someone is messing with me bad. … (read more)

Delete Google and their employees!lol does Facebook have any thing to do with it, maybe? Oh my gosh, where did all those come from? Someone is messing with me bad.

Asked by Jerry Prieš 5 dienas