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The document outlines the creation and evaluation of various passwords, highlighting their strength scores and categorizing them from very strong to weak. It provides best practices for creating strong passwords, such as using a mix of characters and avoiding personal information, while also discussing common password attacks and their implications. Key takeaways emphasize the importance of password complexity and length in enhancing security against potential threats.

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task 6

The document outlines the creation and evaluation of various passwords, highlighting their strength scores and categorizing them from very strong to weak. It provides best practices for creating strong passwords, such as using a mix of characters and avoiding personal information, while also discussing common password attacks and their implications. Key takeaways emphasize the importance of password complexity and length in enhancing security against potential threats.

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Task 6

Create a Strong Password and Evaluate Its Strength


Objective
To understand the key features of a strong password, create multiple passwords with varying complexity,
evaluate their strength using online tools, and summarize best practices and findings.

Step 1–2: Passwords Created: -


Passwords Type

Dhoni123# Very strong

A36Ys@A Strong

A36Ys@ Good

1234567890987456 Week

Step 3–4: Password Strength Evaluation: -


Passwords Strength Score (%)

Dhoni123# 83%

A36Ys@A 65%

A36Ys@ 58%

1234567890987456 24%
Step 5: Best Practices for Creating Strong Passwords
• Use at least 12–16 characters.

• Combine uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols.

• Avoid personal information (names, birthdays).

• Do not use common or dictionary words.

• Use passphrases that are easy to remember but hard to guess.

• Never reuse passwords across accounts.

Step 6: Tips Learned from Evaluation


• Longer passwords increase strength significantly.

• Random character use adds complexity.

• Passphrases (e.g., 2bOrNot2B@2025!) are both strong and memorable.

• A mix of unrelated words and characters creates strong passwords.

• Password managers help store strong, unique passwords safely.

Step 7: Common Password Attacks


• Brute Force Attack: Tries every possible combination; short/simple passwords are easily
cracked.

• Dictionary Attack: Uses a list of common words and known passwords.

• Credential Stuffing: Uses previously leaked credentials to access accounts.

• Phishing: Tricks users into revealing passwords through fake websites or messages.

Step 8: How Password Complexity Affects Security


• Simple passwords (like password123) can be cracked in seconds.

• Moderate passwords are better but still vulnerable.

• Strong passwords with complexity and length can resist cracking for years.

• Password complexity and uniqueness significantly reduce the risk of successful attacks.
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