Study Finds Security Concerns with Common Password Habits, Predicts Better Password Hygiene in 2020

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Hikvision Tips to Prevent Password Hacks

Security Sales & Integration (SSI) outlines results of a survey on password habits, hacking and related security concerns in the article, “1 in 4 Americans Will Commit This Password Fail in 2020.”

From the article: “These days, strong passwords are essential in the fight against financial fraud and identity theft. And that means practicing good password hygiene to lock down network-connected physical security products such as cameras and other gear is just as vital when logging into banking websites or similar. Consider, for example, in a brute-force attack a hacker simply ‘guesses’ passwords. Given that most people choose easy-to-remember passwords, many can be discovered using simple algorithms. Simple and commonly used passwords enable hackers to easily gain access and control of a computing device.”

The firm nCipher surveyed more than 1,000 U.S. adults, with almost 25 percent admitting that the current year will be part of their new passwords, making it easier for hackers to access according to the article. Seventy-five percent of respondents stated that they planned to update their passwords in the new year.

For more tips to prevent password hacks, check out this Hikvision blog about password management strategies: “Hikvision Cybersecurity Director Discusses Password Management Strategies, Using Password Managers to Reduce Security Concerns.”

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