Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024

Tips for Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems

Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4

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 Week 1 - Passwords

1. Passwords should be:
   1. At least 12 characters long
   2. Unique.  Each account should have a different password
   3. Complex.  Passwords should be a combination of upper case letters, lower case letters, numbers, and special characters (>, $, ?)
2. How often should I change my password?
   1. Passwords, if they are long, complex, and unique, shouldn’t need to be changed unless they are compromised.
3. How should I remember passwords?
   1. Remembering all your unique passwords is no easy task.  Therefore, utilizing a tool such as a password manager can be extremely helpful.