A Strong Password Isn't Bulletproof: It's Still Weak to These 7 Attacks
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Summary
PASSWORDS: It is common knowledge that the best passwords are complex and “strong”.
This usually means that they should include a mixture of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters, and the more characters there are, the better.
However, it is important to note that even the most intricate passwords have their vulnerabilities.
This article explains some of the situations where, even if the attacker is not able to guess your password, they can still gain access to your accounts.
PHISHING ATTACKS: these are when an attacker tricks the user into believing that they are communicating with a trusted party, when in reality they are not.
The attacker will typically ask for password details or provide a link for the user to enter their details on a website which resembles the legitimate site.
KEYLOGGERS: These can often be hardware or software and are used to record keystrokes to obtain sensitive information.
Even if your passwords are strong, keyloggers can steal your information right from under your nose.
Other points highlighted in the article include credential stuffing and the threats of malware and social engineering.
