With cyber threats on the rise, weak and reused passwords continue to be one of the biggest vulnerabilities individuals face online. Strengthening how you manage passwords is one of the simplest and most effective steps you can take to protect your digital identity.
Key Reminders:
- Avoid reusing passwords across accounts: Using the same password across multiple services creates a domino effect: if one site suffers a breach, attackers can use that single password to try to access your other accounts, including your UBC login.
- Use a password manager to strengthen your security: A password manager (or password safe) can help you generate, store, and auto‑fill strong, unique passwords. With only one password to remember, they are an easy way to reduce the time you spend resetting forgotten passwords while improving your overall security.
- Create passkeys when they’re offered: Passkeys are an authentication method that uses your device and biometrics or a PIN instead of typed passwords. When available, creating a passkey can strengthen your security posture.
- Review UBC’s Information Security Standards: For guidance on protecting personal and institutional data, review UBC’s Information Security Standard U2, which outlines requirements for secure authentication practices.
For updated information on passkeys and password managers, watch our February 2026 password workshop, Navigating the Future of Your Digital Identity, where UBC Cybersecurity experts discuss these topics, audience questions, and more.
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