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What are the implications of the research findings on the commonly recommended practice of creating three-random-word passwords?

New research undermines the widely recommended password practice of combining three random words, revealing that up to 77.5% of such passwords are vulnerable to cracking using optimized techniques. This vulnerability stems from the use of common word combinations, impacting user security and challenging the effectiveness of current advice. Law enforcement agencies, who previously advocated this method, are now better equipped to crack these passwords efficiently.