The most common length for compromised passwords was 8 characters (212.5 million total).
The most common length for compromised passwords was 8 characters (212.5 million total). — This cybersecurity statistic was published by Specops Software in January 2025. It covers topics including Password Security, Credentials, Length, Compromised. The original data appears in 2024 Specops Breached Password Report. For the full methodology and detailed findings, refer to the original report.
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The most common length for compromised passwords was 8 characters (212.5 million total). This data was published by Specops Software and covers Password Security, Credentials, Length, Compromised.
Where does this data come from?
This statistic comes from 2024 Specops Breached Password Report, published by Specops Software on January 1, 2025. You can view the original report at Most Common Passwords 2025 - Specops Software.
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This statistic relates to Password Security, Credentials, Length, Compromised. Browse more statistics on Password Security or from Specops Software.