Creating a strong password is like locking the front door — it keeps valuable information safe from cyber criminals. Today’s cyber criminals can apply a single weak password to an entire organization to gain access to critical information and systems. As a result, your USPS® password is the first line of defense against a cyberattack.
Keep in mind that passwords do not need to be tough to remember, just tough to crack. Creating a passphrase (i.e., a unique and memorable set of words) can help protect sensitive information by lengthening passwords and making them tougher for cyber criminals to identify.
Use the following tips to create a secure and memorable passphrase:
n Think of a phrase that you will remember, such as a favorite quote, movie title, or news headline (e.g., Be CyberSafe).
n Change some of the letters to special characters or numbers (e.g., B3_Cyb3rS*f3).
n Add a unique element (e.g., B3_Cyb3rS*f3_w0^k).
In addition to setting strong passphrases, never share USPS passwords or login IDs, even with a trusted colleague. Sharing access to USPS information puts our business at risk. If you believe your password has been disclosed or compromised, change it immediately and report the incident to CyberSafe@usps.gov.
For more information on setting strong passwords, visit the CyberSafe at USPS® websites on Blue (blue.usps.gov/cyber/) and LiteBlue (liteblue.usps.gov/cyber/), or the public-facing website at uspscybersafe.com.
— Corporate Information Security Office,
Chief Information Security Officer
and Digital Solutions, 5-24-18
