By David Lang – Technology & Consumer Protection Columnist
The Habit That Puts You at Risk
It’s something we’ve all done: using the same password for email, shopping, and maybe even banking. After all, it’s easier to remember just one.
But for hackers, that habit is a dream come true. Once they steal your login from one site, they can try it everywhere else. This trick — called credential stuffing — is one of the fastest-growing cybercrimes today.
And the victims? Everyday people who thought their simple password was harmless.
Why Reusing Passwords Is Dangerous
Hackers don’t always “hack” your account directly. Instead, they wait for a big company to suffer a data breach. Suddenly, millions of email/password combos are floating around the dark web.
If you use the same password for multiple sites, criminals can quickly:
- Unlock your email.
- Drain your online bank.
- Order goods in your name.
- Steal personal data for identity fraud.
“It’s like giving burglars one key that opens every door in your house,” says Sarah Donnelly, a cybersecurity consultant.
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John, 68, thought his password “holiday123” was safe. He used it for his email, online banking, and his travel booking account.
When a travel website was hacked, his login was sold online for just £1.50. Days later, John’s email was taken over, his bank accessed, and his pension savings stolen.
“I felt so stupid,” he admitted. “I never imagined one password could cause so much damage.”
How to Build Better Password Habits
Experts recommend simple but effective steps:
- Use Unique Passwords: Every account should be different.
- Try a Password Manager: It remembers them for you.
- Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Adds a second lock to your accounts.
- Change Passwords Regularly: Especially after news of a breach.
“Strong, unique passwords are the cheapest insurance you’ll ever buy,” Donnelly stresses.
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Studies show seniors are more likely to recycle the same login across dozens of accounts — sometimes for years. This makes them easy prey for cybercriminals.
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Call Now — Free Consultation: (855) 247-9875Closing Note
Reusing passwords might feel convenient, but the cost of that convenience can be devastating. Hackers thrive on the shortcuts we take — but you don’t have to be their next victim.
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