EDITOR ’ S QUESTION
SADIQ IQBAL , CYBER SECURITY EVANGELIST , CHECK POINT SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGIES
It ’ s essential to acknowledge that robust passwords form the bedrock of effective security measures . Even with the most advanced security technologies , the simplest oversight on passwords can grant attackers access to our systems .
Recent attacks on major organisations like Okta and
23AndMe were facilitated by stolen login details , demonstrating the widespread impact and ongoing threat posed by weak password practices .
Strong passwords are more than just a recommendation ; they are a critical defence mechanism . Recent attacks on major organisations like Okta and 23AndMe were facilitated by stolen login details , demonstrating the widespread impact and ongoing threat posed by weak password practices . However , by reinforcing password security , we protect not just our data but maintain the integrity and trust of our entire organisation .
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