I Can Guess Your Password in Three Seconds « KnowHR Blog

I Can Guess Your Password in Three Seconds

Jan 11

Think your passwords are safe from hackers? Not even close if you’re like most people. New hacking programs can break your password code in about three seconds according to this article by Bruce Schneier in Wired. And if any of your employees are using the password “Password” they might want to think about changing it.

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Frank Roche

Frank started IFRACTAL over 7 years ago with Sarah Chambers. Together, they've created HR communications and HR software for some of the world's leading companies. Frank is also studying Flamenco guitar and origami.

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