Why Are We Still Reusing Passwords? KNP's Collapse Is a Brutal Reminder

The document is a blunt editorial arguing that weak password practices and lack of MFA lead to catastrophic outcomes, using the collapse of UK transport firm KNP—allegedly following a ransomware attack enabled by a reused password—as a cautionary case. It urges organizations to mandate strong password policies, adopt password managers, enforce multi-factor authentication, and deliver practical, ongoing staff training that extends to home environments.