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SB151 Does not use weak passwords

Using a weak password puts an account at risk of data breaches, takeovers, and various cyberattacks. Some sites will have specific requirements to ensure a strong password.


Why is it important?

Choosing not to use a weak password means you have likely chosen to use a strong passphrase, which has all the benefits associated with using a strong passphrase.

Priority Tier

Behaviours in SebDB are ranked by their impact on risk. Tier 1 behaviours have the biggest impact, Tier 4 behaviours the least.

Tier 1

Risk Mitigated

Data Theft

Data Theft

Data theft is the intentional stealing of data.

Data Leak

Data Leak

A data leak is when data is accidentally or intentionally disclosed to unauthorised people.

Fraud & Identity Theft

Fraud & Identity Theft

Identity theft and fraud can occur when criminals use personal information for their own gain, or when they cause ...

Privacy Violation

Privacy Violation

A privacy violation occurs when an unintended person learns about someone elses private information.

Further reading

https://krebsonsecurity.com/password-dos-and-donts/ http://130.18.86.27/faculty/warkentin/SecurityPapers/Merrill/IvesWalshSchneider2004_CACM44_4_Domino%20Effect%20of%20Password%20Reuse.pdf
https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST04-002
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/top-tips-for-staying-secure-online/use-a-strong-and-separate-password-for-email

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