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Post by cyberdiva on Aug 11, 2013 8:06:34 GMT -5
The tech site dottech has a recent article entitled Google reveals top 10 most weak and common passwords. This wasn't the usual list of specific passwords but, more usefully, kinds of passwords: •Pet names •A notable date, such as a wedding anniversary •A family member’s birthday •Your child’s name •Another family member’s name •Your birthplace •A favorite holiday •Something related to your favorite sports team •The name of a significant other •The word “Password” I thought some people might--or should--find this of interest. (You know who you are  ) |
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Post by marck on Aug 11, 2013 12:54:21 GMT -5
You could have a fifty digit password, but if someone else has access to your PC they have access to your passwords.Unless you use one of the many program to secure passwords,and never keep them on your browser.And then only if they are only allowed on the pc as guest.
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Post by cyberdiva on Aug 12, 2013 8:08:38 GMT -5
You could have a fifty digit password, but if someone else has access to your PC they have access to your passwords.Unless you use one of the many program to secure passwords,and never keep them on your browser.And then only if they are only allowed on the pc as guest. What you say is true, but I think the point of the article is that even if you are careful not to keep your passwords on your browser and/or use a program to keep them secure, you'll still be vulnerable if you use a password that can be easily guessed or broken. It's even worse if you use the same password on many different sites. |
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Post by Peter on Sept 7, 2013 22:35:19 GMT -5
Of course, often the "security" questions that we are provided with to help us retrieve lost passwords fall into those same categories.
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Post by drmark on Sept 8, 2013 1:30:08 GMT -5
And, of course, now we find out that even if we have our files, emails, and passwords encrypted the NSA can break the encryption and read them.
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Post by cyberdiva on Sept 8, 2013 13:43:55 GMT -5
And, of course, now we find out that even if we have our files, emails, and passwords encrypted the NSA can break the encryption and read them. Well, that's comforting. Now I know where to turn if I forget one of my passwords or accidentally delete a cherished file. |
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Post by older1 on Sept 9, 2013 7:40:14 GMT -5
Here is a question. How do you keep track of the all the passwords if you do not use the same one over again? Do you print them on paper or what to remember them.
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Post by Jack Teems on Sept 9, 2013 7:51:25 GMT -5
Here is a question. How do you keep track of the all the passwords if you do not use the same one over again? Do you print them on paper or what to remember them. Older We've mentioned and reviewed a number of password managers in Neat Net Tricks. These usually generate passwords for you if you wish, store them on your computer or in the cloud, enter username and password when sites call for them, and enter other data to fill repetitious forms. You can also print out a list of them, but of course that defeats the security of passwords (sort of like writing your PIN number on your debit card). The idea is that you can call all passwords by remembering only one master password. A list of the 10 most popular password managers is at www.informationweek.com/security/client/10-top-password-managers/240153906?pgno=1#slideshowPageTop . Of course, you can fall back on clicking the Forget Password? link that most sites have.  |
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Post by aaronsurin on Sept 11, 2013 6:05:06 GMT -5
The tech site dottech has a recent article entitled Google reveals top 10 most weak and common passwords. This wasn't the usual list of specific passwords but, more usefully, kinds of passwords: •Pet names •A notable date, such as a wedding anniversary •A family member’s birthday •Your child’s name •Another family member’s name •Your birthplace •A favorite holiday •Something related to your favorite sports team •The name of a significant other •The word “Password” I thought some people might--or should--find this of interest. (You know who you are ) I like it. But the writing style is different from simple. For example if password= aarosuri then it can write= @@r0&ur!
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Post by cyberdiva on Sept 11, 2013 7:39:15 GMT -5
I like it. But the writing style is different from simple. For example if password= aarosuri then it can write= @@r0&ur!
Yes, but I've read in several places that the hackers are already quite familiar with the substitutions you've used and routinely try them as well in their attempt to crack passwords.  |
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Post by aaronsurin on Sept 18, 2013 5:40:23 GMT -5
I like it. But the writing style is different from simple. For example if password= aarosuri then it can write= @@r0&ur!
Yes, but I've read in several places that the hackers are already quite familiar with the substitutions you've used and routinely try them as well in their attempt to crack passwords. The what you suggest for better security. Verification code is good  _____________ Float Tank Massage |
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Post by cyberdiva on Sept 18, 2013 11:31:02 GMT -5
The what you suggest for better security. Verification code is good Since I try not to use the same password for more than one or two sites, I use a password manager. I used to use RoboForm, but for several years now I've used LastPass, which I use on my computers and my Android tablet. With LastPass, I only have to remember the master password, which I've made quite strong. I don't use any dictionary words, nor well-known replacement symbols like @ for a or $ for s. I use a mix of upper- and lower-case letters, numbers, and symbols. And I keep my fingers crossed . There are lots of sites that discuss how to make strong passwords. One that has some good advice is WikiHow but there are lots of others. |
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Post by Peter on Sept 19, 2013 23:33:49 GMT -5
I am still a RoboForm user, but do investigate new password managers from time to time. I haven't got the courage yet to put a password manager on my smart-phone. Heck, I am still trying to figure out how to make it let me answer the darn phone when it rings and I am in some other application. Some day, though, I guess...
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