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title: Goodbye Passwords and Hello MFA
description: The world of cybersecurity is quickly evolving, and passwords are no longer enough to keep accounts secure - in fact, they're the bare minimum.
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# [Goodbye Passwords and Hello MFA](https://www.interlink.com/blog/goodbye-passwords-and-hello-mfa)

 Written by [Interlink Cloud Advisors](https://www.interlink.com/blog/author/interlink) | Mar 15, 2023 6:59:00 PM

*Your Passwords Don’t Matter* 

 What if I told you that your password doesn't matter? That even if you think you're keeping your password safe, someone could still get into your account? This would be a very concerning revelation for many businesses. But is that actually true? The world of cybersecurity is quickly evolving, and passwords are no longer enough to keep accounts secure - in fact, they're the bare minimum. 

A password gives you a quick and easy access point to reach your data, but it, unfortunately, does the same for anyone who can crack it. Microsoft’s [Your Pa$$words don’t Matter](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-entra-azure-ad-blog/your-pa-word-doesn-t-matter/ba-p/731984) provides great research on how password length and complexity aren’t going to cut it anymore, even if the article is slightly dated. There are a variety of different ways for an attacker to get your information. Here are a few possibilities: 

  <https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-entra-azure-ad-blog/your-pa-word-doesn-t-matter/ba-p/731984>

These are just a few examples, but the outcome is the same regardless: the attacker still has your information. Check out the [full blog](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-entra-azure-ad-blog/your-pa-word-doesn-t-matter/ba-p/731984) to learn more about password spray, database extraction and cracking, and how multi-factor authentication (MFA) is 99.9% more secure. 

If you’re ready for a passwordless (and therefore more secure) future, Interlink is ready to help you move forward. [Contact us](mailto:hello@interlink.com?subject=MFA%20&%20a%20Passwordless%20Future) to learn more about MFA or read our whole blog - [Preparing for a Passwordless Future: What It Means and How to Prepare](https://www.interlink.com/blog/preparing-for-a-passwordless-future-what-it-means-and-how-to-prepare) 

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