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Why Passphrases are Seriously Better than Passwords.
When you think of "secure passwords" you think of passwords that have random characters and numbers scrambled in such an obscure way, that you'd think you'd be set.
But you can't remember the dang thing.
So then you copy your password and paste it into some spreadsheet, notepad, whatever.
That's not really great practice, but whatever.
Passphrases, on the other hand, are often long, random, yet can be read like a sentence, offering security that's honestly good enough.
If passphrases were a high school stereotype, they would be that super rebellious guy who sits in the back row in the class and aces all the tests.
Normal Passwords Just Suck.
Passwords, especially weak ones, are vulnerable to several types of attacks:
- Dictionary Words: Imagine hackers using a list of everyday words to guess your password. If you've chosen something too common, they might hit the jackpot.
- Similar Passwords: Reusing or slightly tweaking the same password for different accounts? It's like leaving all your doors unlocked once someone has a key to one.
- Biometric Cloning: Hackers might try stealing your fingerprint or other biometric data. If they succeed, you can't change it, and they can use it to unlock your stuff.
- Browser Storage: Storing passwords in your browser is like keeping your keys in an easily accessible drawer. If someone gets into your computer, they've got access to everything.
- Public and Unencrypted Networks: Using public Wi-Fi without protection is like talking loudly in public. Hackers can overhear and grab your login info.
- Unencrypted Connections: Sending sensitive info online without encryption is like sending a postcard instead of a sealed envelope. Anyone can read it along the way.
The Difference is Clear.
- p%9y#k&yFm? (Approximately 90,182,663 centuries to crack)
- logic finite eager ratio (Approximately 189,658,722 centuries to crack)
There's no reason why you'd want to pick the former over the latter.
Some Tips for Enhanced Security
Here are more strategies to bolster your online security:
- Consider changing your passphrases every 10 weeks.
- Remember a few master passphrases, and securely store others using encryption tools.
- Back up your passphrases in different locations for easy retrieval in case of loss.
- Enable 2-step authentication wherever possible for an added layer of security.
- Don't store critical passphrases in the cloud.
- Protect your devices with firewalls and antivirus software, and keep them updated.
- Be vigilant for hardware keyloggers and hidden cameras when necessary.
- Secure your WIFI and consider using on-screen keyboards for extra protection.
- Always lock your computer and mobile devices when leaving them unattended.
- Encrypt your entire hard drive and destroy old drives when disposing of devices.
- Use private browsing modes and verify website authenticity before entering passphrases.
- Use multiple email addresses and phone numbers, and safeguard their use.
- Use virtual credit cards for online payments when possible.
- Close your web browser when not in use to prevent cookie theft.
- Ensure proper SSL certificate management for secure HTTPS connections.
- Regularly check your file integrity and system security.
- Consider intrusion detection systems for your servers.
- Opt for cloud-based software to mitigate supply-chain attacks.
- Use checksums to verify file integrity and detect any tampering.
- Implement Artificial Intelligence-based intrusion detection systems for large organizations.
- Only allow whitelisted IP addresses to access critical servers and computers.