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Password Reset: Volume 1

Oct. 2, 2025

Why Passwords Still Matter: Kicking Off Password Reset Series

Despite the rise of biometrics and passkeys, passwords remain the most common, and frequently compromised, form of authentication. At STACK Cybersecurity, we believe it's time to take a fresh look at how credentials are created, stored, secured, and stolen.

This post launches our Password Reset series, a guide for business leaders, IT teams, and anyone responsible for protecting sensitive data.

What the Password Reset Series Covers

  • How passwords are stolen and sold on the dark web
  • What makes a strong password, and what doesn't
  • Why password managers matter (and how to choose one)
  • How to build and enforce a modern password policy
  • What's next: Multi-factor Authentication (MFA), passkeys, and a password-less future

Why It Matters

Most breaches still start with a stolen password. And most businesses still rely on outdated practices such as frequent changes or allowing browser-based storage.

The importance of password security extends beyond corporate policy. It's about fundamental privacy rights. As Edward Snowden famously said: "Arguing that you don't care about the right to privacy because you have nothing to hide is no different than saying you don't care about free speech because you have nothing to say."

Snowden is the former National Security Agency (NSA) contractor who became a whistleblower after revealing extensive global survellance programs in 2013.

His words underscore why it's critically vital for companies to prevent staff from saving passwords in browsers. When convenience trumps security, the entire company faces unnecessary risk. Learn more here about how to remove your saved passwords from your browser.

Security Risks of Browser Password Managers, which includes Limited Encryption, Vulnerability to Malware, Single Point of Failure, Corss-Device Sync Risks, No Additional Security, Limited Security Alerts, and Physical Device Access.

What to Expect

Password Reset is designed to be actionable. You'll find information and resources to share with your team. We also highlight common mistakes and how to fix them without overwhelming your users or IT staff.

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Do you know if your company is secure against cyber threats? Do you have the right security policies, tools, and practices in place to protect your data, reputation, and productivity? If you're not sure, it's time for a cybersecurity risk assessment (CSRA). STACK Cyber's CSRA will meticulously identify and evaluate vulnerabilities and risks within your IT environment. We'll assess your network, systems, applications, and devices, and provide you a detailed report and action plan to improve your security posture. Don't wait until it's too late.

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