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It’s the end of passwords as we know it
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malware
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network infrastructure
Passwords are fading as biometrics, like fingerprints and facial recognition, emerge as Australia’s secure, hassle-free future for digital access.
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A future with no passwords: Why passwordless authentication is key for cyber-resilience
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digital transformation
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As cyber threats rise and passwords fail, businesses face US$1m annual costs; passwordless authentication offers a secure, efficient future for digital access.
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Weak passwords expose gaps in digital security, experts warn
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pam
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mfa
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cybersecurity
Ahead of World Password Day, experts warn legacy password methods fail as users struggle with complexity and human nature, risking digital security.
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Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security
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mfa
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
On World Password Day, experts urge moving beyond strong passwords to layered security, including MFA and AI, as 79% of attacks now bypass malware.
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Experts warn of AI risks & password sharing on security
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On World Password Day, experts warn that password sharing and AI-generated credentials are weakening digital security globally, urging stronger authentication methods.
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Kaspersky warns AI password generators lack true randomness
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llms
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ai
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cybersecurity
Kaspersky warns against using AI tools like ChatGPT and Llama for passwords, citing weak randomness and vulnerabilities in generated passwords.
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Experts call for end to password reliance on World Password Day
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biometrics
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pam
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mfa
Experts warn on World Password Day that traditional passwords are weak against AI-driven attacks, urging adoption of biometrics and passwordless authentication.
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World Password Day highlights risks & best practices for firms
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encryption
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biometrics
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mfa
Experts warn poor password management risks account fraud as 27% of businesses lack strong password policies, spotlighting security on World Password Day.
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World Password Day reminds us: It’s time to rethink access security
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
World Password Day highlights the need for password managers and MFA as essential security measures against rising cyber threats in 2025.
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Experts urge strong identity measures as password risks grow
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data protection
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mfa
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supply chain & logistics
Cyber security experts warn organisations to strengthen password and identity management as breaches rise globally, highlighting risks from both human and machine identities.
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World Password Day highlights security trends, future shifts
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smartphones
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mfa
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phishing
World Password Day highlights the importance of strong, unique passwords and emerging passwordless technologies for enhanced security against cyber threats.
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Poor password policies still threaten business cyber security
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data protection
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encryption
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biometrics
Despite advances in cyber protection, 27% of businesses lack strong password policies, risking credential theft and online fraud, warns cybersecurity expert.
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Your personal SaaS accounts could trigger a million-dollar corporate breach
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saas
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Personal SaaS accounts like LinkedIn and Dropbox now serve as major security risks, potentially leading to corporate breaches worth millions or more.
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The importance of strong passwords and physical access control: A guide for World Password Day
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cybersecurity
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As World Password Day approaches, experts stress the vital need for robust passwords and physical access controls to secure both digital and physical assets.
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Alarming data reveals 32 million password attacks in 2023
Tue, 7th May 2024
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
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passwords
Kaspersky's annual report reveals an alarming spike, with more than 32 million attempts by cybercriminals to crack passwords reported in 2023.
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Tech experts urge passwordless protection on World Password Day
Wed, 1st May 2024
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passwordless
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
In observance of World Password Day, tech experts, including Jumio's CTO Stuart Wells, stress the urgent need to replace outdated password-based authentication with more reliable, AI-powered biometric alternatives amid rising cyber-attack threats.
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Exclusive: Insights from Yubico on World Password Day
Wed, 1st May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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passwordless
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cybersecurity
Ahead of World Password Day, Yubico's Regional VP, Geoff Schomburgk discusses the firm's global impact on cybersecurity and its move towards pioneering passwordless solutions.
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Bitwarden reveals concerning password security habits in UK
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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passwords
A recent Bitwarden survey reveals concerning password security habits in the UK, with 63% of residents relying on memory, posing significant cybersecurity risks.
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Intelliworx urges government to boost SME cybersecurity in budget
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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mfa
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email security
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cybersecurity
Intelliworx is urging the Australian Federal Government to bolster cybersecurity measures and funding support in the forthcoming budget.
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Take the Password Pledge and secure the digital you
Thu, 25th May 2023
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
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online safety
The livelihood of our digital lives is fostered by good online hygiene, which begins with proper password management.