Every day in every way, passwords are getting worse and worse
Summary
The article discusses the history and increasing inadequacy of passwords as a security measure. It argues that the only truly secure password is no password at all, advocating for passwordless authentication methods.
IFF Assessment
FOE
The article highlights the weakness and ongoing deterioration of password security, indicating a negative trend for defenders.
Defender Context
Defenders need to prioritize the implementation of multi-factor authentication (MFA) and explore passwordless authentication methods to mitigate the risks associated with weak or compromised passwords. Monitoring for password spraying and credential stuffing attacks is crucial, as is user education on password security best practices.