{"id":74921,"date":"2024-07-30T11:46:56","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T04:46:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/echowoven.com\/?p=74921"},"modified":"2024-07-30T11:46:56","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T04:46:56","slug":"the-10-most-commonly-used-and-unsafe-pin-numbers-is-yours-on-the-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/echowoven.com\/the-10-most-commonly-used-and-unsafe-pin-numbers-is-yours-on-the-list\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10 Most Commonly Used and Unsafe PIN Numbers (Is Yours On The List?)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You might not be surprised, but the most common PIN numbers are shockingly predictable. Recent research has unveiled the most frequently used PINs, and if you find yours on this list, it might be time to change it.\n</p><h3>The Alarming State of Credit Fraud\n<figure style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/secretlifeofmom.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/07%5C/image-158-1024x683.png%5C%22" alt='\"Credit' card and laptop width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' title='\"\"'><figcaption class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Image Credits: Unsplash\n<p>Credit card fraud is an escalating issue, with the UK alone losing a staggering \u00a3556.3 million to credit, debit, and other payment card fraud in 2022. According to finder.com, the average defrauded account suffered a loss of \u00a3204, highlighting the serious financial impact on individuals. This widespread problem is exacerbated by the use of weak and easily guessable PIN numbers. By avoiding these common pitfalls, you can significantly reduce your risk of falling victim to such fraud.\n</p><h3>Why Weak PINs Are a Major Risk\n<figure style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/secretlifeofmom.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/07%5C/image-156-1024x684.png%5C%22" alt='\"Credit' cards width='\"1024\"' height='\"684\"' title='\"\"'><figcaption class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Image Credits: Unsplash\n<p>Jake Moore, a global cybersecurity advisor at ESET, explains the dangers of using simple or easily guessable PINs. \u201cUsing easy-to-guess passcodes allows attackers to target people more easily,\u201d he told MailOnline. Many individuals opt for PINs related to their personal information, such as birthdays or anniversaries, due to ease of memory. However, this practice puts them at significant risk. \u201cPeople put themselves at risk by having weak passwords and PIN codes and often do not fully understand the threat until they are compromised,\u201d Moore added. He recommends the use of password managers, which not only store but also generate strong, random passcodes, eliminating the reliance on easily remembered numbers.\n</p><h3>The Most Commonly Used PIN Numbers\n<figure style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/secretlifeofmom.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/07%5C/image-154-1024x683.png%5C%22" alt='\"Paying' with a credit card width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' title='\"\"'><figcaption class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Image Credits: Unsplash\n<p>Based on a study conducted by the data website Information is Beautiful, which analyzed 3.4 million data points from various data breaches, the most commonly used PIN numbers have been identified. Here are the top offenders:\n</p><p>1234<br>\n1111<br>\n0000<br>\n1212<br>\n7777<br>\n1004<br>\n2000<br>\n4444<br>\n2222<br>\n6969\n</p><p>If your PIN is on this list, it is highly recommended that you change it immediately to something more secure.\n</p><h3>The Least Commonly Used PIN Numbers\n<figure style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/secretlifeofmom.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/07%5C/image-152-1024x683.png%5C%22" alt='\"Credit' card at an atm width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' title='\"\"'><figcaption class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Image Credits: Unsplash\n<p>Conversely, the study also identified the least common PIN numbers, which are significantly harder for attackers to guess. These include:\n</p><p>8557<br>\n8438<br>\n9539<br>\n7063<br>\n6827<br>\n0859<br>\n6793<br>\n0738<br>\n6835<br>\n8093\n</p><p>Using one of these PINs, or a similarly unique combination, can greatly enhance your security.\n</p><h3>The Importance of Password Hygiene\n<figure style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/secretlifeofmom.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/07%5C/image-150-1024x768.png%5C%22" alt='\"Pin' pad width='\"1024\"' height='\"768\"' title='\"\"'><figcaption class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Image Credits: Unsplash\n<p>In addition to weak PINs, easily guessable passwords are a major vulnerability. NordPass conducted a survey in 2021, revealing that \u201c123456\u201d topped the list of the most commonly used and weakest passwords. Jonas Karklys, CEO of NordPass, emphasized the importance of strong passwords: \u201cPasswords are the gateway to our digital lives, and with us spending more and more time online, it\u2019s becoming enormously important to take better care of our cybersecurity.\u201d\n</p><h3>The Worst Passwords to Use\n<figure style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/secretlifeofmom.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/07%5C/image-148-1024x683.png%5C%22" alt='\"Typing' on a laptop width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' title='\"\"'><figcaption class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Image Credits: Unsplash\n<p>Here are the top 25 worst passwords identified by NordPass:\n</p><p>123456<br>\n123456789<br>\n12345<br>\nqwerty<br>\npassword<br>\n12345678<br>\n111111<br>\n123123<br>\n1234567890<br>\n1234567<br>\nqwerty123<br>\n000000<br>\n1q2w3e<br>\naa12345678<br>\nabc123<br>\npassword1<br>\n1234<br>\nqwertyuiop<br>\n123321<br>\npassword123<br>\n1q2w3e4r5t<br>\niloveyou<br>\n654321<br>\n666666<br>\n987654321\n</p><p>If your password is on this list, it\u2019s crucial to change it to something more secure. Strong passwords typically include a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.\n</p><h3>Taking Action to Protect Yourself\n<figure style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/secretlifeofmom.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/07%5C/image-146-1024x683.png%5C%22" alt='\"Digital' security width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' title='\"\"'><figcaption class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Image Credits: Unsplash\n<p>In conclusion, while it might be convenient to use easily remembered PINs and passwords, doing so significantly increases your risk of becoming a victim of cybercrime. Utilizing password managers, creating complex and unique PINs, and maintaining good password hygiene are essential steps in safeguarding your financial and personal information. Don\u2019t wait until it\u2019s too late\u2014take action now to protect yourself from fraud.\n</p><p>Note: This content has, in part, been generated with the aid of an artificial intelligence language model. While we strive for accuracy and quality, please note that the information provided may not be entirely error-free or up-to-date. We recommend independently verifying the content and consulting with professionals for specific advice or information. We do not assume any responsibility or liability for the use or interpretation of this content.\n</p><p>Source: secretlifeofmom\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>You might not be surprised, but the most common PIN numbers are shockingly predictable. Recent research has unveiled the most frequently used PINs, and if you find yours on this list, it might be time to change it. 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