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Password Reuse

Security

Password Manager Credential Stuffing Account Takeover Password Leak

Using the same password on multiple sites.

Definition

Password reuse means you use one password (or small variations) for many accounts.

In plain English Using the same password on multiple sites.

Why this matters

Why it matters: If one site leaks your password, attackers will try the same login on other sites.

Example

Example: Reusing your email password on shopping and social media accounts.