Security News > 2025 > April > The future of authentication: Why passwordless is the way forward

By now, most CISOs agree: passwords are the weakest link in the authentication chain. They’re easy to guess, hard to manage, and constantly reused. Even the most complex password policies don’t stop phishing or credential stuffing. That’s why passwordless authentication is gaining serious ground. Adopting passwordless authentication comes with challenges, including resistance to change, integration with legacy systems, and initial costs. Organizations may also have concerns about security, user experience, accessibility, compliance, and data privacy. … More → The post The future of authentication: Why passwordless is the way forward appeared first on Help Net Security.

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