JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Members of the Missouri House have been warned their state e-mail accounts may be vulnerable to unauthorized access, according to a memo addressed to legislators. "Unless you ...

Passwords are usually the first, and sometimes only, line of defense against online security breaches. Unfortunately, even a strong password can still leave you vulnerable to cybersecurity threats.

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Update, June 16, 2025: This story, originally published on June 14, has been updated to include new data regarding the use of risky passwords and password habits, as well as further technical ...

Regularly updating passwords on iPhone or Android every three months is usually the norm, but experts caution users regarding its downsides. For years, conventional wisdom dictated the need to ...