The Colorado Department of State accidentally posted a spreadsheet containing partial passwords for voting systems on its website. However, it stated there is no immediate security risk, as two passwords are needed for each component and physical access is necessary. The passwords were accessible for over two months before being removed and the department aims to complete password changes by the end of the day.
RockYou2024: 10 billion passwords leaked in the largest compilation of all time
The news of the RockYou2024 data leak has once again brought the issue of cybersecurity to the forefront. With 10 billion passwords exposed in what is being called the largest compilation of all time, the implications are far-reaching. While some may brush it off as just a list of passwords from previous breaches, the severity of the situation cannot be understated.
As someone who values privacy and security, the thought of my personal information being compromised is unsettling. In a world where data breaches seem to be a common occurrence, it raises questions about the integrity of online security measures.… Continue reading
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