World password day: secure your online accounts now

It's World Password Day, a reminder to enhance your online security. Many users still employ weak passwords, like '123456' or 'password,' making them vulnerable to cyberattacks. Experts advise immediate action to protect personal data. Recent reports show that the top 10 worst passwords have been used over eight million times. These passwords have been linked to over 120 million data breaches. Using easily guessable or repeated passwords across multiple platforms gives cybercriminals an advantage. McAfee reports that Brits average 47 online accounts, often with vulnerable passwords. To stay safe, create strong, unique passwords using numbers, symbols, and mixed cases. Password managers and cleanup tools can further improve your online security.