Most used passwords in 2023

In the digital world, password security is a fundamental part of protecting the personal information you have on your computer, email or mobile devices.

However, Nordpass’ report on the most used passwords for 2023 shows that, despite increasing awareness, users still stick to weak and predictable passwords.

Password “123456” sound familiar? Unfortunately, it still tops the list of most used globally in 2023 and highlights urgent need raise awareness of security practices more robust.

In the 2023 edition, the Nordpass report analyzed a huge database collected in collaboration with independent researchers from 35 countries, specializing in incidents cyber security.

According to ESET, the situation in Latin America reflects a scenario where lack of awareness of cyber security is combined with an increase cyber threats in the region.

IN Latin America “123456”; “admin”; “12345”, at the top of the list passwordsWhat are they uncertain and thus they are easily deciphered by cybercriminals.

Although some countries in the region present variations in their choices, it is clear that the preference is for numeric passwords still reigns supreme as the most common option.’

In its 2023 edition, the Nordpass report analyzed a huge database collected in collaboration with independent researchers from 35 countries, specializing in cybersecurity incidents.

It is also a significant use proper namesand “Benjamin”, “Antonio” and “Santiago” are repeated the most.

In this context, the ESET research team highlights the following:

– In addition to individual awareness, the persistence of this data serves as a reminder that cyber security a collective effort. Faces of Latin America challengesbut also has the opportunity to reverse this panorama through consciousness, education and adoption of digital security best practices.

– Build a digital future safer, it is necessary to understand that password protection is a shared responsibility governmentbusinesses and society as a whole to build a more resilient online environment in the region.

“The key is to ensure that online platforms encourage and require strong passwords; to raise awareness of the importance of generating unique keys for each account; promote the use of tools such as password managers; conduct campaigns cyber education “Effective and adopting advanced security measures are measures that can mitigate risks and protect corporate and end-user data,” concludes Camilo Gutiérrez Amaya, head of the ESET Latin America Research Laboratory.