IAM and Passkeys: 4 Steps Towards a Passwordless Future
Thales, Thursday, May 2nd, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management (IAM) remains a vital link in the cybersecurity chain. However, with World Password Day just around the corner, there's no time like the present to consider how relying on antiquated password systems leaves organizations exposed to vulnerabilities
In fact, the greatest threat is often the person sitting in the next office. People are vulnerable to attacks exploiting their biases. They suffer from password fatigue, constantly creating and keeping track of a burgeoning number of passwords needed to navigate the myriad systems they interact with daily.
Almost every service or app wants a password, and each must be a certain length and a special mix of letters, numbers, and special characters. If left to their own devices, many users would still use weak, predictable passwords. And despite relentless efforts to advocate for improved password practices (Bill Gates declared the death of passwords back in 2004), the uphill battle against ingrained habits and the allure of convenience continues.