Passwords remain the most common instrument in securing our digital lives, yet they still serve as the basis of targeted attacks by cybercriminals. World Password Day on May 2nd serves as a obligatory reminder of the importance of robust password practices. In light of this day, experts have offered offer key insights and secure password recommendations to enhance password security, safeguarding personal data from malicious attacks.

Secure Password Recommendations for World Password Day

Weak passwords are enticing to attackers as they could grant access to various types of sensitive data – personal data, financial information, identity documents or other compromising details. According to research from Kaspersky, telemetry data in 2023 indicated that at least 32 million password-based attacks were attempted in 2023. While the number of attempts have dropped down from about 40 million incursions in 2022, these number still remain a cause of concern. Here are some expert-backed secure password recommendations to mitigate the risks of password-based cyber threats and maintain personal security online: Creating Strong and Memorable Passwords: Experts recommend the "association method" as an effective method to craft strong yet memorable passwords. The association method involves using personally significant word sequences or concepts while creating passwords. For example, the use of special quotes or events you have been fond of can be used to form a sequence that is easy to recall due to personal significance but remains a challenge for outsiders to guess. Embracing Non-Standard Options: Unique or uncommon password characters such as emojis present an alternative to commonly-known words. As Emojis are based on the Unicode standard, they offer a range of characters that would be difficult to crack through automation. By incorporating emojis into passwords, users can enhance security while adding a creative touch to their login credentials. Avoiding Common Pitfalls: It remains important to steer clear of common and easily guessable passwords like "1234" or "password." Cybercriminals often exploit these predictions through automated brute-forcing techniques. Users may find it hard to keep track of passwords as most platforms require passwords with a minimum strength of symbols, letters & numbers.  Password managers can be used to generate strong and unique passwords for safekeeping. One Account, One Password Strategy: Managing multiple accounts can be challenging but adopting a one-account-one-password strategy can enhance personal security by limiting the potential impact of a compromised password. Password managers can assist you with the creation and maintenance of different passwords. Media Disclaimer: This report is based on internal and external research obtained through various means. The information provided is for reference purposes only, and users bear full responsibility for their reliance on it. The Cyber Express assumes no liability for the accuracy or consequences of using this information.