Top 3 tips for choosing a secure and strong password!

• Please do not re-use passwords that you already use on other systems.

• Avoid using easily guessed passwords (such as a pet's name).

• Combine three random words to create a password that’s ‘long enough and strong enough'.

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The below graphic shows the difference in estimated times to crack different complexities of password length and characters. Just adding 3 extra characters to your password could prevent a cyber attack for an additional 3 months 30 days 23 hours and 50 mins! That is incredible, and so easy! 

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We do not enforce regular password changes for your laptop or phone, however if you feel that your password may have been compromised, please contact ESPIRA and ensure that you ask them to change your password immediately! The easiest way of doing this in this instance wouldbe call them on 01480 425 666, but you can also email them on [email protected].

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