Most password attacks today are an offline attack.

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Most password attacks today are offline attacks, where the attacker has already gained access to a copy of the password database and tries to crack the passwords without being connected to the network or system where the passwords are stored. Online attacks, where the attacker tries to guess passwords by repeatedly attempting to log in, are less common because they can be easily detected and prevented by rate limiting or account lockout mechanisms.

Most Password Attacks Today Are an Offline Attack