In a world where everything is available at the click of a button, convenience comes at a cost. Cybercriminals are taking advantage of internet users with weak passwords, putting them at risk of cybercrime. A report released by mymxdata.com (via Mirror.co.uk) has revealed the most common passwords in 2023, and the implications for online safety are significant.
The list of the most popular passwords includes classics like “123456” and “password” which are used a staggering 6.6 million times. Other risky choices include “qwerty,” “abc123,” and “password1.” These passwords, often linked to names, favorite football teams, celebrities, or fictional characters, create a vulnerability that cybercriminals exploit.
The report also breaks down the riskiest passwords across categories, from common numerical sequences to football teams and fictional characters. If your password resembles any of these choices, then immediate action is necessary to enhance your digital fortification.
Experts recommend adding capital letters, numbers, or special characters to make passwords more secure. Aim for a password at least 12 characters long, incorporating a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols to avoid easily guessable information like names, birthdays, or common sequences.
For those wondering how to create strong passwords, Keeper suggests using a password generator or a password manager. A password generator allows you to create strong, complex passwords with ease, while a password manager offers a secure vault to store complex passwords, eliminating the need to memorize multiple login details.
Taking proactive measures against cyber threats, such as adopting strong, unique passwords, is paramount. Let’s not allow our online presence to become a statistic in the cybercrime landscape. Stay posted here at Tech Times.
