Security firm Mandiant has released a database that allows any administrative password protected by Microsoft’s NTLM.v1 hash ...

Passwords play a huge role in how you stay safe online. They protect your accounts, devices and money. Still, many people pick logins that criminals can guess in seconds. The latest NordPass report ...

Passwords play a huge role in how you stay safe online. They protect your accounts, devices and money. Still, many people pick logins that criminals can guess in seconds. The latest NordPass report ...

The most famous museum in the world used an incredibly insecure password to protect its video surveillance system. Here's how to learn from the Louvre’s mistakes and improve your own security. I ...

Adding numbers to your passwords makes them more secure. In fact, most sites and services these days require alphanumeric passwords at the very least. Some people ...

Create unique usernames in seconds for all your online accounts. We always emphasize the importance of strong passwords, but that’s only part of the equation. Your usernames also play a role in ...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Carmen Fuentes sat down with Karen Reeves, the President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau, to find out ways you can keep your information safe by following these easy ...

Dashia is the consumer insights editor for CNET. She specializes in data-driven analysis and news at the intersection of tech, personal finance and consumer sentiment. Dashia investigates economic ...

Nearly 1 in 4 of us use the same password for multiple accounts. One company is getting rid of that risk altogether. Here's what you need to know. Dashia is the consumer insights editor for CNET. She ...

Update, June 16, 2025: This story, originally published on June 14, has been updated to include new data regarding the use of risky passwords and password habits, as well as further technical ...