A Cybernews study analyzed over 19 billion leaked passwords, revealing that many users still rely on weak passwords like '123456' and 'admin'. These patterns are prevalent in both personal and professional accounts, with '1234' appearing in almost 4% of cases. The research highlights the alarming trend of users sticking to default passwords, especially in business environments, where many devices come pre-configured. The study underscores the urgent need for individuals and organizations to adopt robust password strategies and multi-factor authentication to mitigate security risks.
The 'default password' problem remains one of the most persistent and dangerous patterns in leaked credential datasets, highlighting the need for better password practices.
Cybernews found '1234' in almost 4% of passwords, more than 727 million, demonstrating that many continue to use easily guessable credentials.
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