Your Business Passwords Are Still Too Weak
Let’s be honest—do you still use a password like “12345” or “password123” somewhere in your business systems?
You’re definitely not alone…
But that doesn’t make it safe.
Despite constant warnings from cybersecurity experts (yes, like us), weak passwords are still shockingly common. And they remain one of the simplest ways for cyber criminals to access your systems.
You’d be surprised how many businesses still rely on passwords that can be cracked in under a second.
Recent studies reveal the most commonly used business password is still “123456”.
Following closely? “123456789”, “password”, and the classic “qwerty123”.
These aren’t just lazy choices—they’re practically an open invitation for hackers.
It’s not just large corporations making these mistakes either. Small and mid-sized businesses are just as guilty—and when a breach happens, they often face more severe consequences because they lack the resources for a quick recovery.
One stolen password can open the door to email accounts, financial records, internal files, or even sensitive client data.
The fallout? It can be devastating—both in terms of cost and brand damage.
Think your business has nothing worth stealing? Think again. Even a five-person team holds data that cyber criminals find valuable—client info, account access, confidential emails. Hackers don’t care who you are. They’re just looking for easy targets. And weak passwords are the easiest entry point.
Even if you think you’re safe because you don’t use “123456”, that doesn’t necessarily mean your passwords are secure. The same research shows people are still using personal info like their email address or first name (yes, really) as passwords. Others use sweet phrases like “iloveyou”… until a hacker uses it to hijack your system.
So what should you do to strengthen your defences?
Start with strong, unique, randomly generated passwords. Ideally, these should be long and include a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters. No birthdays. No pet names.
Of course, nobody wants to memorise 30 complex passwords. That’s where a password manager comes in. It stores your login credentials securely and generates strong, unique passwords for each account—so your team won’t need to resort to sticky notes or guesswork.
Next, enable two-factor authentication (2FA). This adds a second verification step—like a code sent to your phone—making it much harder for attackers to break in, even if they have a password.
And if you want to take a forward-thinking approach, start looking at passkeys. These allow secure login without a traditional password, using biometrics like facial recognition or fingerprint, or even secure device-based authentication. It’s safer and simpler—and it’s quickly becoming the new normal.
Ultimately, strong password practices—or better yet, password alternatives—are your first line of defence against cyber threats. Don’t wait for a breach to take this seriously. If your team is still using “abc123”, it’s time for an urgent change.
Need help evaluating your current password policy or setting up a secure login solution for your business?
Get in touch – we’d be happy to help.
