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gizzlon
on March 8, 2012
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Some evidence on multi-word passphrases
Interesting read.. Assuming people would choose random words in their passphrases always seemed too simplistic and naive.
user24
on March 8, 2012
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It doesn't even have to be random, simply choosing "SimplyChoosing" or "AssumingPeople" is way more secure than "ManchesterUnited" or "HarryPotter", but still people are creatures of habit.
gizzlon
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True, but when calculating entropy people often assumes random choice of words
cpeterso
on March 9, 2012
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The system can let the user choose from a selection of random passphrases.
user24
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massive reduction in entropy.
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