Password Managers: A Major Easy-to-Deploy Asset Against Cyberattacks in 2025

TL;DR

22% of breaches in 2025 start with the theft or compromise of passwords ([Verizon DBIR 2025])
81% of hacking-related breaches in businesses are due to weak or reused passwords ([Spacelift] [Astra Security])
Bitwarden now has more than 10 million users and saw passkey adoption grow by 550% in 2024 ([Bitwarden] [Mobile ID World])
Only 15% of Internet users use a password manager, while 36% still write their passwords on paper ([TransferChain])
Using a password manager with 2FA reduces the risk of being hacked by more than 99% ([ISACA])

1. Why Passwords Remain Businesses' Achilles Heel

The 2025 Verizon (DBIR) report is unequivocal: 22% of breaches are caused by compromised credentials, and in business contexts, 81% of hacking incidents are due to weak, reused or stolen passwords ([Verizon DBIR], [Spacelift]). Despite awareness campaigns, the majority of users continue to reuse the same passwords or opt for easy-to-guess variants.

2. Bitwarden: The Open Source Reference for 2025

Bitwarden has established itself as one of the most reliable and accessible password managers:

10 million users in over 180 countries ([Bitwarden])
550% increase in passkeys created in 2024, totalling 1.1 million in the last quarter ([Mobile ID World])
More than 50,000 business customers
Self-hosting option available for data sovereignty.

Bitwarden also includes a strong password generator, secure credential sharing for teams, and native 2FA management (TOTP codes and FIDO2 passkeys).

3. Why Adopt a Password Manager Now?

According to TransferChain, only 15% of Internet users use a password manager, while 36% still write their passwords on paper ([TransferChain]

). Yet adopting a manager like Bitwarden allows you to:

Have unique and complex passwords for every service
Detect compromised or reused passwords through automatic audits ([Bitwarden])
Centralize and secure access for the entire team, even when working remotely

4. The Winning Combo: Password Manager + 2FA

Adding 2FA (two-factor authentication) is the best way to reduce the risk of being hacked: Microsoft and ISACA report that 2FA blocks up to 99.9% of automated attacks ([ISACA]). Bitwarden offers a built-in authenticator, compatible with security keys and passkeys, for maximum protection.

Blue Fox's Take

In 2025, rigorous password management is no longer optional: it is the foundation of any modern cybersecurity posture. Adopting Bitwarden or an equivalent manager means turning a weakness into a strength. Blue Fox supports SMBs through a simple, effective transition tailored to your needs.

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