I recently came across an example of an online security method I’d never seen before. The website (for an online course) asks that the user submits a typing test every time they submit an assignment to prevent cheating. I didn’t know this, but apparently, we all have a different type pattern, and by looking at… Continue reading Inspiration – An alternative online security method using type patterns, as we all type differently
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Symbols in passwords – we all use the same ones without realising
Watching a TED talk recently, an analysis of of symbols in passwords revealed that the large majority of us choose the same symbol over and over again. The requirement to include a symbol in a password is meant to increase the strength and security of a users password. But if you’re pretty sure that someone will… Continue reading Symbols in passwords – we all use the same ones without realising
The trouble with most password retrieval security questions
I’ve written a few times about secret questions, and there are a few good examples out there that do it well, but many more do it poorly. The problem with secret questions is that they all generally ask you the same question. Once someone has the answer, they could potentially break into your account on… Continue reading The trouble with most password retrieval security questions
Website login security – memorable image
Recently I have seen a few websites that ask the user to choose an image, from a selection, that will show up when the user logs in to their account. The purpose being that this will add an extra level of security by allowing the user to confirm that they have, or are logging into the right… Continue reading Website login security – memorable image
Website security questions
Sometimes you get really rubbish security questions, that anyone whose known you for more than 5 minutes could answer about you. Sometimes, you get offered freeform security questions, where you have to make one up. Those can also be a struggle because the user will either divert to the standard “what’s your mothers maiden name”… Continue reading Website security questions