Importance of Strong Passwords
As cybersecurity becomes increasingly important, password protection is key. Commonly used or simple passwords may allow hackers to gain access to your personal information. Choosing a strong password can help keep your data secure.
25 Worst Passwords of 2017
SplashData, a password management provider, compiled a list of the worst passwords from 2017, using data from 5 million passwords that were leaked during 2017. Is yours on the list?
123456
password
12345678
qwerty
12345
123456789
letmein
1234567
football
iloveyou
admin
welcome
monkey
login
abc123
starwars
123123
Dragon
passw0rd
master
hello
freedom
whatever
qazwsx
trustno1
Strong Password Tips
If your password made the list, you should highly consider creating a stronger password. Use these password tips for creating a strong password and keeping it secure:
- A longer password is harder to crack: SplashData advises using at least 12 characters. The more characters, the better.
- Mix it up: Use a combination of lower and uppercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
- Don’t make it obvious: Avoid using your name, personal information, or other common words.
- Don’t write it down: You should never write down your password.
- Change it regularly. It’s advised to change your password about once every 3 to 6 months.
Date Posted: 3/27/18
Date Last Updated: 6/3/19
By: RTI Marketing Team
Riverside Technologies, Inc. (RTI) specializes in managed services, IT hardware, warehouse services, and technology deployment.
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