We Analyzed 1 Million Passwords - Here's Why Your Dog's Name is a Terrible Choice (and What to Use Instead)

We all love our furry companions, but let’s face it, using their name as your password is about as secure as leaving your front door wide open with a neon “Welcome Hackers!” sign. Here at CyWreck, we crunched the numbers on over 1 million leaked passwords, and let me tell you, the results were barking mad! Why is “BuddyBoy” Such a Bad Boy for Passwords? Here’s the truth: predictability is a hacker’s best friend....

July 6, 2024 · 2 min · 361 words · Me