Hackers are always on the prowl to still your data especially when you online. These hackers can steal your password, intercept a western union transfer, and other important datum. These tactics are usually undertaken through subtle measures. You may not even suspect them at all. Therefore, Jovago.com identify some of the loopholes that users create for these hackers to explore that virtually allow them engage in password theft.
Password Recycle
This is one of commonest and easiest means that hackers adopt in stealing passwords! They hack a database to steal information, afterwards, the stolen information is released to the public. These are the gurus like anonymous. Meanwhile, other hackers privileged to have these passwords and emails would attempt them on PayPal and other payment platforms. Some of them may be successful. Why because recycle passwords. That’s using the same password for different purposes. So, the warning here is make try to vary your passwords.
Using Wi-Fi
Many of us always like free things. This also go with connecting with a WiFi. When we observe one that is not password we oftentimes jump on it by connecting to it. This is how you invite hackers to access your data. Unknown to you, you are freely distributing your data to those connected to that WiFi. There is what is called a WiFi sniffer that can actually sniff unprotected WiFi. You are advised to use a Virtual Private Network to secure your network. The VPN ensures that your privacy is protected despite the fact you are working or browsing publicly.
Security Questions
If you forgot your and password or you just recovering a lost account, be careful in answering security questions because it can be a ploy to get access into your other accounts. This hackers can get accessing into your other accounts if you use same password to answer the same question. If your password is unique all your accounts, then they may do something nasty to such an account. It is better to ask the security question yourself and type your own answer. This will go a long way in keeping the hackers at bay.
Dictionary Attacks
Wikipedia define “A dictionary attack as a method of breaking into a password-protected computer or server by systematically entering every word in a dictionary as a password. A dictionary attack can also be used in an attempt to find the key necessary to decrypt an encrypted message or document. This is an apt definition. Here, the user enters the wrong password thrice. These trials becomes a dictionary on the website. Hackers, therefore, can juxtapose these trials to guess or generate the correct password that can be used to access your account. Therefore, use a mix of alphabets, numbers, symbols and capital letters when selecting a password.
If you know any other way hackers steal your passwords to get into your accounts, feel free to leave a comment below and let other readers know!