Nov 13, 2024, 12:00 AM
Nov 13, 2024, 12:00 AM

NordPass reveals top passwords and their shocking security risks

Highlights
  • NordPass released its annual password report, revealing the most commonly used passwords among users.
  • Many of the passwords listed can be cracked in milliseconds, showcasing significant security vulnerabilities.
  • This trend highlights the importance of using more creative and complex passwords for personal data protection.
Story

The password manager NordPass released its annual list of the most common passwords, showcasing a troubling lack of creativity among users. For the second consecutive year, '123456' topped the chart, illustrating a recurring pattern of simplistic password choices. Other common passwords include 'password,' 'qwerty,' and several variations of numeric sequences. The lists also highlighted distinct preferences in various countries, with localized terms such as 'liverpool' and 's salasana.' NordPass noted that many of these passwords could be cracked in mere milliseconds, emphasizing the urgent need for users to adopt stronger security measures.

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