September 23, 2024 at 08:06AM The text discusses the impact of password expiry policies, exploring the reasons behind them and the potential drawbacks. It highlights concerns about weak password reuse, IT burden, and compromised password risks. It also suggests implementing a comprehensive password strategy, advocating for longer and stronger passwords alongside measures to detect compromised … Read more
June 6, 2024 at 06:18AM Tom, an employee at a financial institution, unknowingly used his strong password for multiple accounts, leading hackers to compromise his credentials and potentially launch an account takeover attack. These attacks are hard to detect because they involve legitimate user credentials. Implementing strong password security and multi-factor authentication is crucial to … Read more
April 10, 2024 at 10:21AM Password reuse poses a significant cybersecurity risk for organizations. Despite strong password policies, end-users often prioritize convenience, leading to widespread reuse. This creates opportunities for hackers to exploit and gain unauthorized access to sensitive data. Addressing this issue requires a multi-faceted approach including user education, multi-factor authentication, password managers, and … Read more
February 7, 2024 at 10:27AM As remote work becomes more prevalent, organizations need to move away from traditional trust models and embrace a zero trust approach for secure access. This involves rigorous authentication for every user, device, and network component. Implementing the principle of least privilege and using multifactor authentication are recommended strategies to bolster … Read more
November 2, 2023 at 10:11AM Password reuse is a dangerous vulnerability that IT teams struggle to detect. According to a TechRepublic survey, 53% of people admit to reusing passwords, making it easier for hackers to gain access. Verizon estimates that 86% of attacks start with compromised credentials. Organizations need to take steps to mitigate this … Read more