Identification and Authentication Failures

Authentication weaknesses allow attackers to compromise passwords, keys, or session tokens to assume other users' identities.

Common Issues

• Weak password policies
• Credential stuffing
• Improper session management
• Missing multi-factor authentication
• Exposed session IDs in URLs

Prevention

• Implement MFA
• Use strong password policies
• Implement account lockout and rate limiting
• Use secure session management
• Hash passwords with modern algorithms