Tag: Easily Hacked Passwords

Password thefts at LinkedIn, eHarmony are a cautionary tale for other companies.

Many of us have been guilty of using simple or obvious passwords at some time or another, but LinkedIn’s hacking last week should serve as a reminder of the importance of rethinking about the security of our log-in information.

As security experts continue to urge SMBs to take the risk of hacking seriously, a password software provider has revealed the 25 most popular, and worst choice, passwords of 2011.