#AccountRecovery

Google Targets Passkey Support to High-Risk Execs, Civil Society

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July 10, 2024 at 06:05AM Google is extending the Advanced Protection Program (APP) by adding support for passkeys in an effort to enhance online account security for high-risk individuals. Passkeys, a virtual form of the FIDO2 hardware security key scheme, provide a more secure method of authentication and can help thwart phishing and adversary-in-the-middle attacks. … Read more

Passkey Redaction Attacks Subvert GitHub, Microsoft Authentication

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July 2, 2024 at 06:08PM Many online accounts using passkey technology are still vulnerable to adversary-in-the-middle (AitM) attacks, allowing attackers to manipulate the login screen and remove passkey authentication. This discovery by security researcher Joe Stewart highlights the need for more secure authentication methods and account recovery options. Enterprises can mitigate this risk by implementing … Read more