podcastsinenglish Level 3.166 P@$$word$
Feb 11, 2021
Forgot your password again? You’re not alone! Password resets are the top reason users contact IT help desks, and the duo dives into the pitfalls of using simple passwords. Discover how hackers employ dictionary attacks and why two-factor authentication might complicate your login process. They also share tips on creating strong, unique passwords and how password managers can save the day. Don’t miss their expert advice on securely storing your credentials!
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Members Often Forget Login Details
- Listeners mainly write because they forget passwords or to enter competitions and compliment the site.
- Richard explains many login problems happen because members forget exact capitalization in usernames or passwords.
Password Reuse Creates Big Risk
- People reuse the same username and password across multiple sites, which weakens security.
- Hackers can exploit reused credentials and shared breached lists on the dark web.
Randomness Makes Passwords Strong
- Simple dictionary words are vulnerable because attackers use software to guess many combinations.
- Strong passwords look like random strings of characters, numbers and symbols to resist guessing.