September 11, 2024 at 07:51AM The text discusses the concept of passwordless authentication and its potential benefits and challenges for organizations. While passwordless authentication offers enhanced security and improved user experience, it also presents challenges such as legacy system compatibility, user adoption, backup authentication methods, biometric data privacy concerns, and regulatory considerations. The text also … Read more
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
December 26, 2023 at 04:09PM GitHub is requiring users to enable two-factor authentication (2FA) by January 19th, 2024, for contributing code on GitHub.com. This measure aims to safeguard accounts and prevent code alteration. Failure to comply will result in limited access to the site. Various 2FA methods are available, and users are encouraged to set … Read more