Any Eight-Character Password Can Be Cracked in Less Than an Hour
According to research conducted by Hive Systems, passwords under eight characters can be cracked isntantly
RICHMOND, Va. — In its most recent research in password security, Hive Systems found that any eight-character password can be cracked in less than an hour through brute force. Further, any password containing less than seven characters can be cracked instantly. These are just two major findings from extensive research conducted by the cybersecurity firm.
“While passwords aren’t the only method to keep your information safe, a strong and unique password is the best way to stay safe online,” said Alex Nette, CEO and founder of Hive Systems.