Why passwords are failing — and what enterprises are doing next
ESG surveyed 377 IT and security leaders. Here’s what they revealed about authentication gaps, risks, and adoption trends.
Why it matters
Traditional passwords and weak MFA aren’t holding up.
- 43% of workforce identities remain insecure
- 76% of breached organizations experienced multiple compromises in just 12 months
The fallout: lost revenue, customer churn, compliance fines, and even leadership turnover.
What you'll learn
- Why phishable MFA (SMS, email codes) leaves enterprises exposed
- How two-thirds of organizations have already begun their passwordless journey
- Why 82% are increasing spend on stronger authentication
- Business benefits: reduced IT overhead, fewer resets, stronger compliance, and improved customer retention
