This course provides a brief history of bad passwords, covering topics such as the reasons behind weak passwords, the evolution of password security, password cracking techniques, two-factor authentication, and password managers. The course aims to educate learners on the importance of strong password practices and the vulnerabilities associated with weak passwords. The teaching method includes a lecture format with a duration of 54 minutes. The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in cybersecurity, password security, and online privacy.
Sex, Secret and God - A Brief History of Bad Passwords
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Why are passwords so bad
History of passwords
Golden age of passwords
Domain knowledge
Minimum password link
Password complexity rules
Password math
Leadspeak
Password Rotation
Problems with Password Rotation
Xkcd Password Renaissance
Long Pass Phrases
Complex Passwords
Password Cracking
RockYou Hack
Advanced Cracking
Whats a Good Password
TwoFactor Authentication
SMS
TLTP U2F
Password Reset Attacks
Conclusion
Questions
Biometrics
Magic Links
CAPTCHAs
TFA
SMS is dead
Password managers
The clipboard vulnerability
Taught by
BSidesLV
