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It is common for organizations to use accounts that are shared between multiple people to manage their social media presence. But the challenge for IT and Security teams is how to ensure proper use of these accounts. A social media account hijacking or credential compromise can cause significant damage to a brand’s image and reputation. Only…

In the age of AI and machine learning, self-learning models like PassGAN can make cracking passwords easier and quicker than conventional password-cracking tools. Organizations still using passwords are at risk. What comes to your mind when you hear qwerty, 123456, iloveyou?  If you guessed that these are some of the most common passwords…

Todd McKinnon, CEO and co-founder, shared the following communication with Oktanauts today.  Hi Everyone, I’m sharing a couple of important leadership updates as we march ahead in FY26 and prepare for the next phase in Okta’s growth.  Thank you, EugenioEugenio Pace has decided to retire at the end of March. Eugenio has been a leader, an innovator,…

In recent years, cyberattacks have increased significantly. Data breaches and phishing attacks have become common threats to individuals and businesses. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, organizations lost $12.5 billion to cybercrime in 2023 alone, a nearly $10 billion increase from 2019.  With no current way to protect…

Find out how you can improve your customers' security and authentication experience using CIBA. Imagine you're a customer trying to resolve an urgent issue over the phone — for example, a bank transaction, an online order, or a technical support request. Before the agent can help, they need to verify your identity. They ask you for your security…

Climate change is no longer a distant threat — it is a present-day crisis, and the urgency to act has never been clearer. Our stakeholders — from customers to employees to investors — are requesting transparency, accountability, and progress in reducing our environmental impact. The global landscape is rapidly shifting as U.S., and international…

As you look ahead to 2025, we’re proud to offer last year’s progress as a practical guide for organizations aiming to proactively address Identity security challenges, implement innovations, and build resilience against evolving threats. When we introduced the Okta Secure Identity Commitment in early 2024, we formalized our mission to lead in the…

Perhaps more than any other service industry, financial services (FSI) has seen a profound change in the way customers interact with its offerings. Bricks-and-mortar branches are vanishing, giving way to always-on digital experiences that customers expect to access anywhere and from any device.  As a generational shift in customers takes place,…

In today’s rapidly expanding digital landscape, managing and securing access to sensitive data is increasingly crucial and complex. Identity-related vulnerabilities continue to be a leading cause of security incidents, with over 77% of breaches linked to Identity issues.  While organizations continue adopting more sophisticated SaaS applications…

An open door for attacks Identity-based attacks are a rising threat, and every organization is responsible for protecting itself. What do we mean? Just as you have a door and a lock at home, Identity security protects your cloud and SaaS assets: It’s the external perimeter of your organization’s assets. Identity security means controlling who…