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A security policy states: "Passwords must be at least 8 characters." An employee uses "password" as their password. What is the issue?

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Cybersecurity - Compliance and Governance
A security policy states: "Passwords must be at least 8 characters." An employee uses "password" as their password. What is the issue?
AThe password contains special characters
BThe password is too short
CThe password is too common and weak
DThe password is encrypted
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Check password length

    The password "password" has 8 characters, meeting the length requirement.

  2. Step 2: Evaluate password strength

    "password" is a very common and weak password, which is insecure despite length.

  3. Final Answer:

    The password is too common and weak -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    Password strength matters beyond length [OK]
Quick Trick: Avoid common words even if length is enough [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Assuming length alone is enough
  • Ignoring password strength
  • Confusing encryption with password content

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