Attention These were the most used passwords! Even if you are not using it, your phone will get hacked in an instant.
Tech News Desk – Along with the use of internet, cases of cyber attacks are also increasing rapidly. Recently, Check Point Software Technologies Limited has stated in its report that the cases of cyber attacks have increased by 33 percent in the year 2024. Cyber criminals are also targeting business and government sectors. The report has also revealed that many people use very simple PIN or passcode. Due to easy PIN, hackers can easily crack people’s passcode.
This is how cyber criminals are targeting
Cyber criminals can easily crack your passcode with a simple or weak PIN. In the cyber security study, 34 lakh PIN codes were examined and it was seen which was the most used PIN by the people. Investigation found that most of the people are using common PIN, due to which the account or device can be easily cracked. See full list.
These passcodes are most commonly used
1234
1111
0000
1212
7777
1004
2000
4444
2222
6969
These passcodes are used the least
8557
8438
9539
7063
6827
8093
0859
6793
0738
6835
Change your PIN from time to time
If you also use a light and easy passcode, then change it immediately. By using a simple passcode, anyone can easily guess it and then you can also be cheated. Avoid using numbers like your date of birth, vehicle number and create a strong password. Apart from this, keep changing your passcode from time to time so that no one can crack it easily. You can also set security to keep your passcode safe. If you become a victim of cyber fraud, immediately change your PIN and contact the bank.