NordPass specialists have updated their annual ranking of the world’s worst passwords. As expected, the list features the most unoriginal and insecure options, most of which hackers can crack in just one second.
Topping the list is the classic combination 123456, followed by similar sequences like 123456789 and 12345678. The fourth and fifth spots go to the equally unreliable options password and qwerty123, respectively.
Common Weak Passwords
Analysts identified additional common choices that lack sufficient security:
- iloveyou
- monkey
- dragon
- 11111111
- secret
- abc123
- 00000000
- tinkle
- 88888888
- pokemon
- superman
- baseball
Strengthen Your Passwords
Experts emphasize that while these passwords are easy to remember, they fail to offer adequate protection. They recommend adopting stronger, unique passwords and considering password management tools to securely store them, adds NIX Solutions.
With evolving cybersecurity threats, protecting your personal data is crucial. We’ll keep you updated with more tips and tools to help enhance your online safety.