According to recent reports, over 19 BILLION passwords have been leaked in a massive security crisis.

Over 19 BILLION Passwords Have Been Leaked: A Security Crisis!

Are you worried about the safety of your online accounts? You should be! According to a recent study, over 19 BILLION passwords have been leaked in a massive security crisis.  The study found that millions still favor basic passwords that are easy to remember – and easy for hackers to guess. Believe it or not, “Password” is used by 56 million people, and 53 million use “admin.”

Researchers also found that “1234” is in almost 4 percent of all passwords, which is easy for hackers to guess.

People’s names were the second most popular choice for a password.

Others opted for positive words such as “love,” which was in 87 million passwords analyzed, and “sun,” used in 34 million. Swear words are also common in passwords, the research revealed.

Passwords containing profanity often originate from attempts at personalization or memorability. However, such terms are prevalent in attacker wordlists and pose a substantial risk to account security.

But don’t panic just yet! We’ve got you covered. Here’s how to check if your password is vulnerable:

How to Check Your Password: Check the Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) Database: This database has a massive collection of compromised passwords. Simply enter your email address and see if any matches are found.

Use a Password Checker Tool: Websites like Keeper Security offer password checking services. These tools can scan your saved login credentials to identify potential vulnerabilities. What Can You Do? Now that you know the risks, take immediate action to secure your online presence:

Change Your Passwords: Immediately update any compromised passwords on affected accounts. As a good rule, if you’ve never changed your password, it’s probably a good idea to change it now.

Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): This adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second form of verification, such as a code sent to your phone or a fingerprint scan.

Use Strong, Unique Passwords: Choose complex, unique passwords for each account and use a password manager to keep track of them all as well as assist in generating complex password.

Don’t wait! Take control of your online security today!

Read the full article here: https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/world/over-19-billion-passwords-have-been-leaked-in-security-crisis-here-s-how-to-check-if-yours-is-vulnerable/ar-AA1Eme6A