Researching the Patterns of Estonian Language Passwords and Compiling a Password Dictionary
Name
Anett Pärismaa
Abstract
People use a variety of passwords for authentication on a daily basis, hence it is crucial to gain more insight into them. The aim of this study is to investigate the password creation habits and patterns of Estonian-speaking users. This thesis provides recommendations for avoiding predictable passwords and strengthening security practices. Passwords of Estonian users that had leaked online were collected, and a survey was conducted to map out people’s password creation
habits. To implement the findings, a website was developed where one can test whether a password can be found in a sample attack dictionary that has approximately 50 million entries. The compiled attack dictionary has a total volume of over 50 GB. This can be used in security testing to identify vulnerable passwords and patterns. The written part introduces the survey research, web application, and the process of compiling the Estonian attack dictionary and the analysis results.
habits. To implement the findings, a website was developed where one can test whether a password can be found in a sample attack dictionary that has approximately 50 million entries. The compiled attack dictionary has a total volume of over 50 GB. This can be used in security testing to identify vulnerable passwords and patterns. The written part introduces the survey research, web application, and the process of compiling the Estonian attack dictionary and the analysis results.
Graduation Thesis language
Estonian
Graduation Thesis type
Bachelor - Computer Science
Supervisor(s)
Alo Peets
Defence year
2024