Cyber Notes Cast - Password Reset As An Essential Process for PAM

With the emergence of cloud-based technologies, there is a growing demand and the consequent increase in services offered in this format. In this scenario, in which there were only two or three credentials to perform online tasks, today, the user is forced to deal with so many that they can barely remember them. In addition to having to remember complex passwords, users also need to keep in mind that many systems have a reduced number of access attempts. Thus, if one enters the wrong password, they will eventually have little chance of entering the right one before the access is blocked. So, the best thing to do is to use words that are easily typed and memorized. Recent research by the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) reported that for the fifth consecutive year, “123456” is the most commonly used number sequence by users for passwords. The word “password” is another recurring top choice in this list of commonly used passwords, also because it is easier to memorize and type, even if it does not guarantee security. The question is: Considering these passwords as insecure and easy to guess, why do people continue to use them? Users are expected to memorize their passwords and enter them correctly on the first try. However, the complexity required in password policies used by services and companies makes creating a strong and usable password difficult for both ordinary and advanced users. We invite you to this Cyber Notes Cast and find out how the password reset process is essential for Privileged Access Management and consequently for a better cybersecurity posture. Enjoy this Cyber Notes Cast!