A07:2021-Identification and Authentication Failures

A07:2021-Identification and Authentication Failures

Identification and Authentication Failures: Issues related to verifying the identity of users and entities accessing a system.
Arise from weak or insufficient authentication mechanisms, such as weak passwords or lack of multi-factor authentication.
Exploiting it: Attackers can gain unauthorized access, escalate privileges, or impersonate legitimate users.
Consequences: Unauthorized access to sensitive information, data breaches, and compromised systems.
Mitigation: Implement strong authentication mechanisms, enforce password policies, and use multi-factor authentication where appropriate.