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Why Resetting Passwords No Longer Stops Attackers

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Why Resetting Passwords No Longer Stops Attackers

Attackers increasingly target session and token theft rather than stealing passwords, allowing them to circumvent multifactor authentication defenses. Organizations must extend security beyond login controls to protect authenticated user sessions and prevent unauthorized access even after successful authentication.

Why it matters: Security teams need to reassess post-authentication defenses to detect and prevent session hijacking and token theft, which now pose a greater risk than password-based attacks in well-defended environments.

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