Security News > 2023 > May > What’s a Double-Blind Password Strategy and When Should It Be Used
The double-blind password strategy, also known as "Horcruxing", "Password splitting", or "Partial passwords", involves storing the long and complex part of a password in a password manager and keeping the short unique identifier, such as a PIN code or word, to yourself.
Since the password manager never knows about the abc5 portion of the password, attackers will never have the complete picture and access, even if they hack your password manager.
Having a strong Active Directory password policy is the foundation to a secure password strategy.
Other techniques and tools such as a double blind password strategy, password manager and more can be used but organizations have to start by securing their frontline.
Specops Password Policy helps users create stronger passwords in Active Directory with dynamic, informative client feedback so they can see firsthand how to improve password security without the need for a double-blind approach.
While the double-blind password strategy is secure, it is only effective if users fully adopt the strategy so is likely better off used on a personal basis.