A Hidden Threat: FBI Warns of Cookie Exploit Bypassing Multifactor Authentication Security
The FBI’s Atlanta Division has warned that cybercriminals are bypassing multifactor authentication (MFA) by stealing “Remember-Me cookies” from victims’ computers. These cookies, which allow users to stay logged in without re-entering credentials or MFA, are commonly used when users select the “Remember this device” option. Once obtained, hackers can exploit these cookies to access victims’…