E2 – Passwords: Change ’em or Keep ’em?

In this riveting episode of Off the Wire, hosts Jon Watkins and Anthony Kent delve into the controversial world of password rotation—should you change your passwords regularly or stick with what you know?

We kick things off by exploring why the traditional advice has been to change passwords frequently and what experts like NIST and Microsoft have to say about it today. We’ll break down the arguments for and against regular password changes:

• Against: Learn why most password attacks don’t care about password complexity and why Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) might be a better security measure.
• For: Discover scenarios where changing your password could actually save you from a breach.

We also share real-life examples and dive into Payment Card Industry (PCI) password requirements that every cooperative should know.

Don’t miss this episode packed with actionable advice and real-world implications. Whether you’re a seasoned IT professional or just someone who wants to improve their online security, this episode has something for everyone.

Links from the show

https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-entra-azure-ad-blog/your-pa-word-doesn-t-matter/ba-p/731984

https://www.sans.org/blog/time-for-password-expiration-to-die/

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/business/identity-access/microsoft-entra-id

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