Passwords, multi-factor, and accounts

Most break-ins start with a stolen or guessed password. Strong account security stops most attacks.

Good habits

• Use long passphrases, like four or more random words, instead of short complex passwords.
• Never reuse a password on two sites. If one site leaks, the other stays safe.
• Use a password manager to create and remember unique passwords.
• Turn on multi-factor authentication (MFA). An authenticator app or security key is stronger than a text message code.
• Give people only the access they need for their job. This is called least privilege.