By the end of this module, you will be able to:
1. Describe what makes a password “safe”.
2. Arrange examples of passwords in order from least safe to most safe.
3. Choose from a variety of password generators to create a safe password.
3. Apply safe password creation knowledge to create a password and share how the password will be stored for an application you use frequently (self-created or generated).
4. Evaluate examples of safe passwords by taking a short quiz with 90% accuracy.
1. Describe what makes a password “safe”.
2. Arrange examples of passwords in order from least safe to most safe.
3. Choose from a variety of password generators to create a safe password.
3. Apply safe password creation knowledge to create a password and share how the password will be stored for an application you use frequently (self-created or generated).
4. Evaluate examples of safe passwords by taking a short quiz with 90% accuracy.
Passwords Are Important We all probably know someone that has been hacked. In fact, I have been hacked myself. Luckily, my bank notified me of the suspicious activity, but I was out $30 because the online company wouldn't refund the money. Want to guess why I was hacked? You're right... I used to use the same passwords for almost EVERYTHING that required passwords. Not only did my hacker have access to my bank account, but they had access to my social media accounts, and even my email. Let's find out how strong passwords can offer some protection from hacking. |
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Please review the following resources to learn more about passwords.
These resources will help you as you complete the student tasks.
Creating Strong Passwords
1. Watch "How to Create a Strong Password" created by Safety in Canada (YouTube)
2. Read "Tips for Producing Strong Passwords" from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
2. Read "Yahoo! Hacked - How Can You Step Up Your Password Game?" from Forbes
3. Read "Strong Passwords Create Strong Defense" from EUCOM
4. Practice using password generation sites:
Safe Password Storage
1. Read "The Best Password Managers of 2016" from PC World
2. Read "Why Haven't You Organized Your Passwords?" from LifeHacker (includes tips for password safety if you must write the passwords down)
These resources will help you as you complete the student tasks.
Creating Strong Passwords
1. Watch "How to Create a Strong Password" created by Safety in Canada (YouTube)
2. Read "Tips for Producing Strong Passwords" from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
2. Read "Yahoo! Hacked - How Can You Step Up Your Password Game?" from Forbes
3. Read "Strong Passwords Create Strong Defense" from EUCOM
4. Practice using password generation sites:
Safe Password Storage
1. Read "The Best Password Managers of 2016" from PC World
2. Read "Why Haven't You Organized Your Passwords?" from LifeHacker (includes tips for password safety if you must write the passwords down)
Use the buttons to the left to complete the tasks for the module.
Module 2 Discussion: What was your experience like using the password generators? Also, what type of password storage do you plan to use? Student Discussions |
© Carli Cockrell, 2016, Boise State University Graduate Student