create account

[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials by originate

View this thread on: hive.blog |  peakd.com |  ecency.com
steem-help · @originate · (edited)
$15.43
[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials
<img src="https://s9.postimg.org/b4g81lren/steem_security.png">

<h1>Hey Steemers</h1>

A  potential security issue has come to my attention.  Steem mirror sites are starting to pop up and something that will certainly continue as we grow in more popularity.  One mirror is currently running at https://steemit.vlj.lt 

Mirror sites like this can be potential risks for compromising your password and access keys.  The steem account recovery is a great protection for everyone - but your steem dollars/steem are still at risk if your account is compromised. 

For example the mirror site has a login form.  Steemers might assume they are logging into steemit.com.. this is <strong>not the case</strong>.  This mirror site <strong>has no official affiliation</strong> with steem. 

<h1>Security tip</h1>

Absolutely <strong>never</strong>! log in/use your steem password on any site that isn't https://steemit.com.   As further good practice periodically changing your steem password is also advised.
๐Ÿ‘  , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , and 73 others
properties (23)
authororiginate
permlinksteem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help","security","steem","steemit","blockchain"],"image":["https://s9.postimg.org/b4g81lren/steem_security.png"],"links":["https://steemit.vlj.lt","https://steemit.com."]}
created2016-08-11 02:11:21
last_update2016-08-11 02:55:45
depth0
children14
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value14.512 HBD
curator_payout_value0.919 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length999
author_reputation175,421,925,272,702
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id737,947
net_rshares12,100,909,978,321
author_curate_reward""
vote details (137)
@boddhisattva · 
Thank you! It's a good tip!
๐Ÿ‘  
properties (23)
authorboddhisattva
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t033330591z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"]}
created2016-08-11 03:33:30
last_update2016-08-11 03:33:30
depth1
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length27
author_reputation547,638,359,937,514
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id739,032
net_rshares48,935,486
author_curate_reward""
vote details (1)
@comealong · 
Thank you for the tip. Much appreciated.
properties (22)
authorcomealong
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t021305042z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"]}
created2016-08-11 02:13:03
last_update2016-08-11 02:13:03
depth1
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length40
author_reputation8,049,218,604,969
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id737,968
net_rshares0
@deathlybliss · 
Not surprised with money hungry cunts these days trying to take advantage of us shit i got steel bars on my windows in case  someone breaks into my house to touch me.
๐Ÿ‘  
๐Ÿ‘Ž  
properties (23)
authordeathlybliss
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t022012037z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"]}
created2016-08-11 02:20:15
last_update2016-08-11 02:20:15
depth1
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length166
author_reputation-37,626,399,281
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id738,102
net_rshares-1,263,484,297,316
author_curate_reward""
vote details (2)
@deepmixxer · 
Yes, I totally agree because there could be links that say https://steemit.com out on the web, but in reality take you to another place entirely.  I have bookmarked the homepage, and that is the only navigation I will you to this site.
properties (22)
authordeepmixxer
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t125523869z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"],"links":["https://steemit.com"]}
created2016-08-11 12:55:24
last_update2016-08-11 12:55:24
depth1
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length235
author_reputation0
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id744,679
net_rshares0
@ervin-lemark · 
Thanks for letting us know. Mirror sites are yet another sign that Steemit is becoming a major force. 

Good for us!
properties (22)
authorervin-lemark
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t221346725z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"]}
created2016-08-11 22:16:18
last_update2016-08-11 22:16:18
depth1
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length116
author_reputation475,391,337,706,957
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id754,104
net_rshares0
@fubar-bdhr · 
Also watch out for copycat sites that might try to look like steemit itself.  Bookmark this site and use the bookmark don't click on links from other sites and log in using them.  It's all too common for things like steemlt.com  to show up in ads and searches.
๐Ÿ‘  ,
properties (23)
authorfubar-bdhr
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t021822620z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"]}
created2016-08-11 02:18:48
last_update2016-08-11 02:18:48
depth1
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length260
author_reputation64,977,641,757,856
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id738,078
net_rshares907,946,281
author_curate_reward""
vote details (2)
@gaottantacinque · 
Good read.
Luckily steemit seems quite robust from a phishing pov.
I just wrote this article if you mind giving it a read.. :D
https://steemit.com/security/@gaottantacinque/steemit-security-check-iframe-tricks
properties (22)
authorgaottantacinque
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20180615t190651530z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"],"links":["https://steemit.com/security/@gaottantacinque/steemit-security-check-iframe-tricks"],"app":"steemit/0.1"}
created2018-06-15 19:06:51
last_update2018-06-15 19:06:51
depth1
children0
last_payout2018-06-22 19:06:51
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length209
author_reputation13,592,751,826,606
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd0
post_id60,893,820
net_rshares0
@gmalhotra · 
This advice really applies to all websites.... Facebook.com def very different than facebook.xxx ;)
properties (22)
authorgmalhotra
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t021504284z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"]}
created2016-08-11 02:15:03
last_update2016-08-11 02:15:03
depth1
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length99
author_reputation6,846,269,664,516
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id738,018
net_rshares0
@jacksongarcia · 
@originate, Thanks for your advise.

Just a question: *is ok to save our steem/password in my pc?* Iยดm no sure if can do it or not.

Thanks an greetings from Colombia,
properties (22)
authorjacksongarcia
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t021744576z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"],"users":["originate"]}
created2016-08-11 02:17:42
last_update2016-08-11 02:17:42
depth1
children2
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length167
author_reputation84,841,398,292
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id738,058
net_rshares0
@originate · (edited)
@jacksongarcia NP!   Yes, for the most part that is fine (assuming your computer is free of malware, etc).  Storing offline/non digital is another good security level.  Tools like https://1password.com/ are good for an active password manager.  Rotating/updating your passwords periodically is also good practice.
properties (22)
authororiginate
permlinkre-jacksongarcia-re-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t022208553z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"],"users":["jacksongarcia"],"links":["https://1password.com/"]}
created2016-08-11 02:22:09
last_update2016-08-11 02:23:30
depth2
children1
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length313
author_reputation175,421,925,272,702
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id738,132
net_rshares0
@jacksongarcia · 
Oh! Really thanks for your soon answer! I had that doubth for somedays but now is clear for me.

Thanks also for the link.  I will follow ยดcause I think your posts are interesting. Nice to write you again.
properties (22)
authorjacksongarcia
permlinkre-originate-re-jacksongarcia-re-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t022528854z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"]}
created2016-08-11 02:25:27
last_update2016-08-11 02:25:27
depth3
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length205
author_reputation84,841,398,292
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id738,180
net_rshares0
@sircaptain · 
Thanks for sharing.  A good reminder of something easily overlooked.
properties (22)
authorsircaptain
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t021907161z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"]}
created2016-08-11 02:19:09
last_update2016-08-11 02:19:09
depth1
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length68
author_reputation841,642,749
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id738,084
net_rshares0
@sunnyray · 
but!
many use to login through Facebook accounts and reddit ...:)
I would suggest developers to migrate to email instead login through Facebook or reddit.
properties (22)
authorsunnyray
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t021817763z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"]}
created2016-08-11 02:18:21
last_update2016-08-11 02:18:21
depth1
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length154
author_reputation489,572,657,460
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id738,070
net_rshares0
@vlad · 
Ok! thx!
properties (22)
authorvlad
permlinkre-originate-steem-security-tip-never-use-your-steem-credentials-on-any-mirror-sites-20160811t021827315z
categorysteem-help
json_metadata{"tags":["steem-help"]}
created2016-08-11 02:18:30
last_update2016-08-11 02:18:30
depth1
children0
last_payout2016-09-10 14:33:00
cashout_time1969-12-31 23:59:59
total_payout_value0.000 HBD
curator_payout_value0.000 HBD
pending_payout_value0.000 HBD
promoted0.000 HBD
body_length8
author_reputation2,715,371,190,063
root_title"[STEEM SECURITY TIP] Watch out for STEEM Mirror Sites - Never Login With Your Credentials"
beneficiaries[]
max_accepted_payout1,000,000.000 HBD
percent_hbd10,000
post_id738,074
net_rshares0
Help/Feedback