Despite their critical role in protecting sensitive data, strong passwords are often underestimated. Many businesses continue to follow outdated practices, unsure of what truly makes a password secure. This lack of clarity leads to vulnerabilities that could actually be avoided with modern best practices. Why corporate password security is nonnegotiable Passwords are the cornerstone of […]
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Power up your passwords with a NIST-guided approach
Your passwords are the key to your digital kingdom. By following the latest recommendations from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), you can empower yourself with strong passwords that safeguard your online identity. The evolution of password guidelines Initially, NIST emphasized the complexity of passwords, encouraging a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, […]
How hackers can infiltrate your systems
While technology empowers us in many ways, it also opens up vulnerabilities that can be exploited by malicious actors. When breaching your systems, hackers will typically look for the path of least resistance, which is often through these common entry points.
Why you need to review your passwords
From social media accounts to online banking to business emails, passwords are the key to keeping your digital life safe. Yet, most people do not give much thought to creating strong passwords. In fact, many people use generic passwords such as their mother’s maiden name or their birthday, making them easy targets for cybercriminals.
How To Safely Share Passwords With Employees
If you ask a security professional, you get by-the book advice about sharing passwords: “Don’t share passwords.” But we know, in reality, that doesn’t work. Your office might be sharing a single password for apps like SurveyMonkey right now to save cash on buying additional users, and some social media accounts don’t even give you the option to have multiple log-ins.
NIST’s password guidelines: What you need to know
In case you missed it, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released new guidelines for creating and managing passwords. This is great news for anyone looking to improve their online security. But what do these new guidelines mean for you? In this blog post, we will discuss the basics of the NIST password […]
It’s time to rethink your password strategy
In 2003, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) stated that strong passwords should consist of upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. However, the institute has now reversed its stance. Find out why and learn what their new recommendations are.
Think your password is secure? Think again
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) created many of the password best practices you probably loathe — using a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters. The NIST now says those guidelines were ill-advised and has changed its stance.
It’s time to rethink your password
In 2003, a manager at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) authored a document on password best practices for businesses, federal agencies, and academic institutions. More recently, however, the institute has reversed its stance.
Secure your passwords now
For years, we’ve been told that strong passwords include three things: upper and lower-case letters, numbers, and symbols. And why wouldn’t we when the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) told us they were the minimum for robust passwords? Here’s why and how it involves you.