Improve Business Security with Passwordless Authentication

A Future with No Passwords

Let’s be honest – passwords are a pain. They’re hard to remember, easy to forget, and often the weakest link in any security system. That’s why the shift to passwordless authentication isn’t just a tech upgrade. It’s a must-have for cyber resilience in the commercial electronic security and all areas of your business. According to Tech Report there are over 300 billion passwords in use globally. An average user manages over 100 passwords and reuses nearly half.

Passwords have long served as the backbone to digital security. They’ve increasingly become one of its most targeted weaknesses – one which cybercriminals today continue to exploit. They remain the weakest link in the security chain, susceptible to hacking techniques such as phishing – attackers tricking individuals into revealing sensitive information – and “credential stuffing”, where stolen username and password combinations are used in automated attacks to access multiple accounts.

The problem extends beyond cybersecurity and affects operations and finances as well. Managing passwords has become a significant business expense.

While practices like regular password changes and multi-factor authentication (MFA) have traditionally been seen as effective safeguards, they are no longer sufficient to defend against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The solution lies in moving beyond passwords altogether. Passwordless authentication leverages public-key cryptography, allowing users to authenticate without ever sharing a password. Instead, a private key stored securely on the user’s device works with a public key stored by the service provider to verify identity.

By removing passwords from the equation, businesses significantly reduce the chances of data breaches. There’s no password to steal, intercept, or reuse. Authentication becomes tied to the device and, often, the user’s biometrics or device PIN, creating a much stronger security posture.

Perfect for Modern Access Control & CCTV Integration

Modern electronic security systems are smarter than ever. When your CCTV or access control platform is cloud-based or remotely managed, passwordless authentication adds a vital layer of protection. Whether it’s biometric logins to view live feeds or secure access to system logs, you’re safeguarding your data, devices, and people all in one go.

Transitioning to a passwordless future requires a strategic, organisation-wide approach. To lay the groundwork, businesses need to assess whether their infrastructure can support modern authentication protocols. Are applications compatible with passwordless methods? Are user devices capable of secure biometric recognition?

Beyond the technical groundwork, educating your workforce is crucial as well. Internal and external education can help users understand the importance and advantages of passwordless authentication and how to navigate the new systems.

A future with no passwords: Why passwordless authentication is key for cyber-resilience