Most of us have old, forgotten online accounts from services or platforms we no longer use. These “zombie” accounts could be leaving your business and personal data vulnerable to cyber-attacks.

Every dormant account is a potential entry point for hackers to steal credentials and gain access to more sensitive accounts, especially if you’ve reused passwords.

Why It Matters for Your Business:

1. Increased Attack Surface: The more accounts you have, the more targets cybercriminals have to exploit.

2. Credential Stuffing Risks: If a hacker breaches a low-value account, they can reuse your credentials across different platforms, including critical business systems.

3. Data Breaches: Many of these accounts store sensitive business information—without regular monitoring, they become easy targets.

What You Can Do:

• Audit and Clean Up: Regularly review old accounts and delete those you no longer use.

• Use Secure Password Practices: Ensure unique, complex passwords for every account and avoid reusing credentials across platforms.

• Update Regularly: Always use the latest security updates on your active accounts to mitigate vulnerabilities.

As we become more digitally connected, taking the time to clean up these “zombie” accounts can protect both personal and business data from becoming easy targets for cybercriminals.