Passwords are still an integral part of our lives. While logging in using a fingerprint or face scan is becoming more common, passwords are still essential for many of the apps and services we use ...

Length does matter (ha), but how you create and manage a password often matters just as much, if not more. A long password that's predictable or reused across accounts can still be cracked, leaked or ...

The RockYou2024 leak, which exposed almost 10 billion passwords in July of last year, might seem like old news, but its impact is still felt today. It's considered ...

In an era where digital security is paramount, the complexity of passwords has been a cornerstone of safeguarding personal and professional data. However, recent studies and expert analyses suggest ...

Today we start a weeklong series to help you avoid getting hacked. Everyone knows that bigger is better, in this case longer is best. When you make a password, it’s common these days to add special ...

Have we finally cracked the code on password security? A recent update to password best practices from the National Institute of Standards and Technology revealed that longer login credentials indeed ...

The password problem — weak, reused credentials that are easy to compromise yet hard to remember and manage — plagues users and organizations. But despite technological advances, passwords still guard ...

Katherine Haan, MBA, is a Senior Staff Writer for Forbes Advisor and a former financial advisor turned international bestselling author and business coach. For more than a decade, she’s helped small ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Davey Winder is a veteran cybersecurity writer, hacker and analyst. Update, Jan. 22, 2025: This story, originally published Jan.

Online security is a constantly evolving topic, and protecting your passwords can be difficult, making password managers a must-have for those who are constantly online. These services are here to ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. While logging in using a fingerprint or face scan is becoming more ...