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- Why do we need to confirm password?
- What happens when you reset your password?
- How does password reset work?
- Why do hackers try to reset your password?
- Should I force users to change passwords?
Why do we need to confirm password?
If users mistype their password, they won't recognize it. The confirm password catches typos by prompting users to type their password twice.
What happens when you reset your password?
Reset password is the action of invalidating the current password for an account on a website, service, or device, and then creating a new one. A password may be reset using the settings of the software or service, or by contacting the customer service department.
How does password reset work?
In the event of a password reset, a PIN code will be sent to the user's phone or email and they will need to enter this code during the password reset process. Modern technology also allows authentication via voice biometrics using voice recognition technology.
Why do hackers try to reset your password?
Even if you reuse passwords at sites that seem less sensitive than banking or financial services, that's still risky, given that hackers are often looking for personal information that can help them pull off other scams, such as taking out credit cards in your name.
Should I force users to change passwords?
Even the most complex password won't defend against a phishing email should the user fall for the attack. However, forcing frequent password changes will limit the amount of time the hacker can log into the network. Once the password is changed, the hacker can no longer access resources.
