Hackable?

And We're In

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Apr 3, 2018
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ANECDOTE

TV5Monde Cyberattack

  • TV5Monde suffered a cyberattack in 2015, causing 11 channels to go off the air.
  • The network's staff inadvertently broadcasted critical passwords on live television after the attack.
ADVICE

Unique Passwords

  • Avoid using the same password for multiple accounts.
  • Unique passwords protect you if one account is compromised.
INSIGHT

Worst Passwords

  • SplashData compiles an annual list of the worst passwords.
  • Common passwords like "123456" and "password" top the list, showing predictable user behavior.
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