In the latest episode of ‘Talkin’ Tech,’ Jeff Carney, the esteemed Owner of DarkHorse IT, delves into the critical topic of cybersecurity, specifically addressing the common misconception around password strength. Through his expert lens, Jeff explains why ‘Ruby13,’ a seemingly complex password, falls short in today’s digital security landscape. He underscores the importance of robust password strategies and sheds light on how simplicity often leads to vulnerability. This enlightening segment is a must-listen for anyone keen on fortifying their digital defenses and staying one step ahead in the ever-evolving cyber world. It’s important to also enable multi-factor authentication on all accounts that allow it.

Links mentioned on show.

https://bitwarden.com/ is an open-source password manager, with a working free tier. For $1 a month they offer a paid version that allows multi-factor authentication to protect your account.

https://bitwarden.com/password-strength/ This is a great tool for checking the strength of a password.