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Your Cat\u2019s name might be cute and memorable, but don\u2019t use it as a password.<\/span>
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\n<\/span>\"\"New research from Vodaphone reveals nearly one in five Australians use their pet\u2019s name as a password, making them easy targets for cybercriminals. Common choices like Daisy, Luna, and Toby rank among the top pet names \u2014exactly the kind of predictable passwords hackers exploit.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Women are more likely than men to use their pets\u2019 names, with 23% admitting to it, compared to 15% of men.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The data highlights an ongoing issue: many people still choose convenience over security.<\/span><\/p>\n

Experts recommend using strong, unique passwords and enabling two-factor authentication to reduce the risk of online fraud.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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