Tag: password security
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Oxford University Exposes Data Breach After Career Platform Hack
The University of Oxford recently alerted users to a data breach on its CareerConnect platform, which occurred on May 28 when attackers gained access to sensitive information, including names, email addresses, and encrypted passwords. To protect users, locally set passwords have been invalidated and affected users will be prompted to reset their passwords upon next login.
MD5 Password Hashes Cracked in Under an Hour
In a shocking test, Kaspersky researchers cracked 60% of 231 million MD5 password hashes in under an hour using just one high-powered graphics card, revealing the alarming vulnerability of even the most seemingly secure passwords. This unsettling experiment highlights the urgent need for stronger password protection.