On World Password Day 2024, cybersecurity experts emphasize the continued importance of passwords in protecting businesses, highlighting the need for good password hygiene and the use of password managers to ensure strong and unique passwords. Thomas Richards from Synopsys affirms the long-term relevance of passwords with multi-factor authentication enhancing user authentication. Nathan Dove of Pentest People promotes password managers to simplify password management and streamline login processes
Patrick Tiquet of Keeper Security underscores basic password hygiene practices and the role of password managers in enforcing comprehensive password policies. The importance of education and awareness initiatives in promoting cybersecurity best practices is emphasized, along with the adoption of zero-trust architecture and privileged access management for enhanced security. Roger Grimes advises on using phishing-resistant MFA for added security, and Darren James suggests Passkeys as an alternative to passwords. Philip Brining stresses the significance of creating strong passwords by focusing on length, uniqueness, complexity, and the use of password managers and multi-factor authentication. These practices, combined with regular password audits and vigilance against phishing attempts, are key in fortifying digital security and safeguarding data from cyber threats. ```https://www.itsecurityguru.org/2024/05/02/world-password-day-2024-what-are-the-experts-saying/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=world-password-day-2024-what-are-the-experts-saying