These Are the 10 Most Hacked PINs in Colorado—Is Yours on the List?

Do you use the same PIN for your phone and your debit card? Most of us in Colorado do. Experts warn that it is essential to use different passcodes for all logins, accounts, and financial assets.

Are Your Password Habits Putting You at Risk in Colorado?

I know that I need to be better about using more of a variety of passwords and passcodes. My girlfriend makes fun of me for having the same passwords for a lot of different things.

Easy Passwords Are Disappearing — Even in Colorado

Thankfully, many websites require passwords to be more complicated. The days of using "password" as a login password are over. Is it time for us in Colorado to think about using more complicated passcodes for our phones and banking information?

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The Most Common PIN Codes Hackers Try First in Colorado

If your passcode is one of these, you could consider changing it.

ABC unveiled a list of the most common passcodes that are used. If you use any of these passcodes, you should consider changing it.

• #10 - 2020
• #9 - 1986
• #8 - 1122
• #7 - 4444
• #6 - 2222
• #5 - 1212
• #4 - 1342
• #3 - 0000
• #2 - 1111
• #1 - 1234

Why Colorado Residents Should Update Their PIN Codes Regularly

We live in a world where we have to make our passcodes and passwords more unique. Walden University says that hackers can use programs to identify the most common passwords and passcodes. You should regularly update your passwords to ensure that you do not get hacked.

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Still Using the Same PIN in Colorado? It Might Be Time for a Change

This is especially important for your passcodes. I know that I am guilty of keeping the same passcode for my debit card. I have had the same one for nearly 10 years. At the end of the day, having a more unpredictable code will ensure your internet and financial safety.