Best practices for creating and managing strong passwords, including using complex, unique passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA), and regularly updating credentials to reduce security risks.

Policy that outlines minimum requirements such as length, complexity, and expiration and meets best practices.

 A secure tool that stores and encrypts usernames and passwords. It helps users manage strong, unique credentials while reducing the risk of password reuse and unauthorized access.

The process of identifying, testing, and applying software updates (patches) to fix security vulnerabilities, improve performance, and maintain compliance. Regular patching reduces exposure to known threats and helps protect against data breaches.

A term for the second Tuesday of each month, when Microsoft releases scheduled security updates and patches. Staying current with these updates is critical for maintaining system security and protecting against newly disclosed vulnerabilities.