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flag Simple passwords like "123456" and "password" remain widespread, with most under 12 characters, experts warn.

flag A 2025 report by Comparitech analyzing over 2 billion leaked passwords reveals that simple, predictable passwords like "123456," "password," and "admin" remain widespread globally, with nearly a quarter of top passwords being purely numerical and 38.6% containing "123." flag Regional variants such as "India@123" are rising in popularity, and over 60% of leaked passwords are under 12 characters, making them vulnerable to automated attacks. flag Experts stress the need for longer, complex passwords and two-factor authentication, while tech companies like Microsoft push passwordless options like biometrics to combat rising cyber threats fueled by reused credentials.

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