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Secure Password Guidance

Did you know that there is a direct correlation between password length and the amount of time it takes for a bad actor to crack it? Short, simple passwords can be brute forced almost immediately. Long passwords are exponentially more resistant. Check out the to learn more. 

Level-up your account secret by creating a passphrase consisting of a long sequence of words. Forming a sentence or phrase helps make your account secret easier to remember and provides significantly better protection. It is our recommendation that your passphrase be between 12 and 16 characters long. If the account requires you to use numbers and special characters, mix them in to your passphrase too. Watch the below 2 minute video for passphrase tips. 

Also, never share your passwords with others and don't reuse them across multiple accounts. Keep them private and unique. Finally, if you suspect your ¹ú²úÔ­´´ password / passphrase has been stolen or compromised, change it immediately and report to .

Credit: KnowBe4 Secure Passwords Made Easy
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Get in touch if you don’t know where to begin, you can’t find the guidance needed on the website, or if you just want to learn more. The Office of Cybersecurity has subject matter expertise and is here for ¹ú²úÔ­´´ community to discuss security questions or concerns.