Secure Passwords Archives

13 Sep

Your password may not be secure — update it now

13/09/2021
By Tech Team

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) once said that a good password consisted of three things: upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. However, the NIST has now reversed its stance on good passwords. Here’s why and what they are now recommending. The problem The issu...

13 Sep

Security

It’s time to rethink your password strategy

13/09/2021
By Tech Team

In 2003, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) stated that strong passwords should consist of upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. However, the institute has now reversed its stance. Find out why and learn what their new recommendations are. The problem The issue i...

13 Sep

Security

Think your password is secure? Think again

13/09/2021
By Tech Team

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) created many of the password best practices you probably loathe, including using a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters. The NIST now says those guidelines were ill-advised and has changed its stance. Find out why and what th...