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by evolve2k 461 days ago
You’d think so. But over and over plain text leaks of passwords is the practical reality of the modern internet. A disgruntled staff member, poor tech practices or someone working out a way to get in and get access.

The https://haveibeenpwned.com/ project regularly shares new breached datasets. Reusing passwords across websites without MFA is just not not not recommended in 2025.