Smart Safety: 10 Most Common Leaked Passwords

 Last year, the number of data compromises was at an all time high – which was 23% higher than the previous record set in 2017 – and over 1.7 billion account credentials (emails and passwords) were leaked on the dark web. That means the chances are high that at least one of your passwords will be, or have been exposed. 

According to Lookout, the leader in delivering integrated Security, Privacy, and Identity Theft Protection solutions, on average, 80% of consumers have had their email leaked on the dark web, and less than 50% of people feel very confident that their passwords are secure from compromise, according to a 2021 Security.org survey. 

To help secure your online accounts, celebrate National Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October by ensuring your passwords are updated and safe! In order to keep your information safe Lookout shared the 10 most common passwords leaked on the dark web.   

Top 10 Passwords Found On Dark Web: 

1. 123456
2. 123456789
3. qwerty
4. password
5. 12345
6. 12345678
7. 111111
8. 1234567
9. 123123
10. qwerty123

Do you spot your password on this list? Always use strong and unique passwords, and take extra steps to protect your online accounts: 

• Use Multi Factor authentication: To add an extra layer of protection to your passwords, you should set up a multi-factored authentication (MFA) when possible. 
• Be Careful What You Post Online: A Lookout survey found that 26% of people have public Facebook accounts, and they frequently contain information that makes it easy for attackers to guess your passwords, like your birthday, the names of your family members and your hometown.
• Use a Password Manager: Instead of trusting your memory, consider using a password manager like SaferPass by Lookout instead. 

Check out Lookout’s full list of password tips here! 

Lookout’s advanced security solutions can also take the burden off your hands and monitor potential breaches for you.

ABOUT LOOKOUT 
Lookout is a cybersecurity company offering a range of security solutions  for both Consumer & Businesses customers. Our mission is to secure and empower our digital future in a privacy-focused world where sharing sensitive information is essential for work and play. We enable consumers and employees to protect their data, and to securely stay connected without violating their privacy and trust. Lookout is trusted by millions of consumers, the largest enterprises and government agencies, and partners such as AT&T, Verizon, Vodafone, Microsoft, Google, and Apple. Headquartered in San Francisco, Lookout has offices in Amsterdam, Boston, London, Sydney, Tokyo, Toronto and Washington, D.C. To learn more, visit www.lookout.com and follow Lookout on its blog, LinkedIn, and Twitter. https://www.lookout.com