Identity Crisis: The Human Error Epidemic in Security Automation
Identity security seems under control, but Cerby’s research finds otherwise. With less than 4% of security teams fully automating their core identity workflows, human error remains a major security threat. Organizations still rely on manual processes, leaving gaps for breaches and attacks. It’s time to bridge the automation gap.
Hot Take:
Ah, the irony! In a world where AI can compose symphonies and drive cars, we’re still relying on good ol’ Joe from accounting to remember to revoke access for Jane, who left the company six months ago. We can put a man on the moon, but we can’t automate MFA enrollment? Come on, folks, let’s leave the manual work to the Neanderthals and embrace automation like it’s the last slice of pizza at a tech conference.
Key Points:
– **Less than 4%** of security teams have fully automated their core identity workflows.
– **41% of end users** still share or update passwords manually using insecure methods.
– **89% of organizations** rely on users to manually enable MFA.
– **52% of enterprises** have experienced security breaches due to manual identity work.
– **Disconnected applications** and fragmented infrastructure contribute to the automation gap.