Weak pin codes | What the Tech?

WHAT THE TECH? New report reveals the weakest PIN codes & how they are stolen

The report analyzed millions of exposed PIN codes from past data breaches, finding that bad actors have a one in eight chance at guessing the right one.

What the Tech: Weak PIN codes

SHREVEPORT, La. - We all know we should have strong, unique passwords for everything, but what about those simple 4-digit PINs? It turns out, they might be even more vulnerable than you think. If a thief gets their hands on…

Weak pin codes | What the Tech?

Weak pin codes | What the Tech?Some pin-codes are more prone to theft than others. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (WHAT THE TECH?) — You probably have at least one simple four-digit code memorized. We use them for a lot of important things like debit cards and phones. But some pin-codes are more prone to theft than others. A new report shows those same PINs are the first ones a thief will try. The report analyzed 29 million exposed PIN codes or numbers. What…

What the Tech: Weak pin codes - WCCB Charlotte's CW

CHARLOTTE, NC – We all know we should have strong, unique passwords for everything, but what about those simple 4-digit PINs? It turns out, they might be even more vulnerable than you think. If a thief gets their hands on your phone and can guess your PIN, you’re looking at a lot of potential trouble. Recent studies have revealed the most commonly used, and therefore the weakest, PIN codes. Many of us use the same 4-digit code for everything. Ph…