Specops Software is the leading provider of enterprise password management and authentication solutions. We block weak passwords and secure user authentication.
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[NEW] Introducing Specops Secure Access: Multi-Factor Authentication for Windows logon, RDP, and VPN! 🛡️
Read the release announcement: bit.ly/3EZqoHE
#MFA #CyberSecurity #Release
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'Love' in password security ❤️
A study of over 120 million breached passwords reveals that 'love' is a common word used in passwords, along with affectionate terms in various languages: 'woaini,'älskling,' and 'kochanie.'
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Who is attending the Public Sector Cyber Security Conference 2025 in London today?
Stop by our stand #16 and let's talk about how we can secure your digital environment together!
📅 Thursday 06 February 2025
🌍 QEII Centre, Westminster, London
#LondonEvents #Cybersecurity
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The updated PCI requirements are in line with NIST's recommended practices for managing user accounts. Read the guide to the PCI-DSS v4.0.1 regulations [Updated for 2025]: hubs.ly/Q0336PqN0
#PCI #NIST #password #ITsecurity
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NEWS alert: Breached Password Protection list update
🔓Over 5 MILLION new passwords!
Find out how many compromised passwords are in use in your AD by running a read-only scan with Specops Password Auditor.
➡️ Scan now. It's free: hubs.ly/Q033tkgl0
#Cybersecurity
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AVAILABLE NOW: Specops Breached Password Report 2025 is here!
→ hubs.ly/Q033ltb90
Get your free copy and take proactive steps to reduce the risk of security breaches now.
#PasswordSecurity #CyberSecurity #Report
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Many orgs face challenges with password policies that seem effective on paper, but prove to be impractical.
Read the article on @TheHackersNews to learn more on how to plan for a new and improved #passwordpolicy for real-world security challenges: hubs.ly/Q030MWMC0
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Passwords still guard 88% of the world’s online services.
@BleepinComputer shares while robust #password policies & technical solutions are important to your #security strategy, you should consider your users as your best & front line of defense. Read: hubs.ly/Q02-PTfs0
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From brute force to dictionary attacks and more - hackers are always searching for weaknesses.
@TheHackersNews shares the "Hackers Guide to Password Cracking". Read it here: hubs.ly/Q02-PYfL0
#CyberSecurity #PasswordSafety #HackerNews #TechInsights
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The most recent edition, version 4.0.1, has been released by the PCI SSC.
In order to maintain compliance in 2025, read the guide to the PCI-DSS v4.0.1 regulations [Updated for 2025]: hubs.ly/Q030N54x0
#PCI #compliance #passwordsecurity #MFA
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Checklist for building a PCI-compliant password policy. See it here: hubs.ly/Q030MMx60 #PCI #passwords #cybersecurity
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How to Plan a New (and Improved!) Password Policy for Real-World Security Challenges. Read it on @TheHackersNews hubs.ly/Q030MMjQ0 #cybersecurity #password
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NIST has rolled out an updated cybersecurity framework that brings new insights into password management.
Read the article to see the 6 key takeaways: hubs.ly/Q02-HKxC0
#CybersecurityUpdate #NIST #DigitalSecurity #TechTrends
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Provide clear guidelines to end users when updating your #passwordpolicy. Detail the essentials—minimum length, complexity, and rules against using compromised passwords.
Read best practices: hubs.ly/Q02_6TyR0
#passwordsecurity #cybersecurity #breachedpasswords
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To effectively defend against #password attacks, your organization must close the gaps.
@TheHackersNews shares "A Hackers Guide to Password Cracking" and how to mitigate the risks of password hacking: hubs.ly/Q02-P8Sz0
#cybersecurity #passwordattacks
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Custom dictionary wordlists prevent the use of weak or predictable passwords that include common industry terms, specific organizational jargon, or easily guessable phrases.
Read it on @BleepinComputer: hubs.ly/Q02WqpMJ0
#passwordsecurity #dictionarylists #cybersecurit
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NIST has recently updated its cybersecurity framework. Read the six crucial takeaways regarding password policies:: hubs.ly/Q02-HDMr0
#Cybersecurity #NIST #Passwords
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See how TfL had to manually change 30,000 passwords due to a cyber-attack and understand how incorporating a self-service password reset system could streamline the aftermath in a comparable situation: hubs.ly/Q02YBH7v0
#passwordsecurity #cyberattack
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Secure Your Service Accounts - Leverage MSAs and gMSAs: Opt for Managed Service Accounts and Group Managed Service Accounts for automatic password changes and enhanced security.
10 best practices: hubs.ly/Q02YCFTt0
#CyberSecurity #ActiveDirectory #ITSecurity
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