#UserExperience

FIDO Alliance Drafts New Protocol to Simplify Passkey Transfers Across Different Platforms

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October 16, 2024 at 10:24AM The FIDO Alliance is enhancing passkey usability by creating guidelines for secure credential exchange across platforms, addressing transferability issues. Their draft specifications aim to improve interoperability among providers like Apple and Google, promoting faster, more secure sign-ins and supporting the adoption of passwordless methods, evidenced by Amazon’s implementation. **Meeting Takeaways … Read more

Microsoft Outlook bug blocks email logins, causes app crashes

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October 10, 2024 at 11:19AM Microsoft is investigating an Outlook bug causing crashes and high resource usage, primarily affecting European users, but complaints have emerged globally. Issues include sign-in failures and app instability, with potential impacts on other Microsoft 365 services. The company is analyzing data to develop a mitigation plan. ### Meeting Takeaways: – … Read more

Kaspersky, Pango Respond to User Backlash as Transition to UltraAV Nearly Complete

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September 27, 2024 at 06:21AM Kaspersky’s US users are dissatisfied with the forced switch to UltraAV, following an agreement with Pango Group. Some users were unaware of the transition, leading to complaints about communication and lack of consent. Kaspersky and Pango assert that notifications were provided, and users can cancel subscriptions. The transition is expected … Read more

Microsoft Photos update brings requested features to Windows 11

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June 23, 2024 at 03:08PM Microsoft’s updated Photos app for Windows 11 is now available in the Windows Insider Program, featuring a new interface and improved image quality. Notable changes include visible support for actions like “Share” and “Start slideshow,” along with the migration to Windows App SDK. Additionally, the app now integrates OneDrive’s image … Read more

AWS is pushing ahead with MFA for privileged accounts. What that means for you …

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June 17, 2024 at 07:30AM Amazon Web Services (AWS) is making multi-factor authentication (MFA) mandatory for specific users, starting with privileged users in 2024. This change is being gradually implemented, aiming to enhance security against credential-based attacks. Additionally, AWS introduced FIDO2 passkey support, enabling customers to use biometrics or device PINs for MFA across various … Read more

6 Mistakes Organizations Make When Deploying Advanced Authentication

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May 14, 2024 at 07:15AM Deploying advanced authentication measures is crucial for organizations in addressing human users as the weakest cybersecurity link. Mistakes to avoid include failing to conduct a risk assessment, neglecting integration with current systems, relying on one authentication factor, disregarding user experience, overlooking authentication activities, and neglecting user training. These mistakes hinder … Read more

YouTube stops recommending videos when signed out of Google

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March 10, 2024 at 06:19PM YouTube has stopped showing recommended videos for users not logged into a Google account or in Incognito mode. This change has sparked concerns about users feeling pressured to always be signed in. The simple YouTube homepage now lacks video suggestions or tips on what to watch, prompting speculations that this … Read more

Google teases a new modern look for sign-in pages, including Gmail

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February 8, 2024 at 06:34AM Google is refreshing its sign-in pages, including Gmail, with a sleek, modern makeover. The update will embrace Material Design principles, signaling a significant aesthetic enhancement for a more user-friendly approach. This move aligns with Google’s efforts to modernize its interface across products and services, as seen with recent updates to … Read more

How to secure AD passwords without sacrificing end-user experience

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January 24, 2024 at 10:19AM Hackers attempted 1,287 password attacks per second in 2022, highlighting the importance of strong password security. Many users still use easy-to-guess passwords, creating security vulnerabilities. Organizations can promote longer, unique passwords and correlate password expiration with password length to enhance security. Tools like Specops Password Policy can help enforce these … Read more

X adds passkeys support for iOS users in the United States

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January 23, 2024 at 03:25PM X, formerly Twitter, introduces passkeys for iOS users in the U.S., providing enhanced security against breaches and phishing attacks. Passkeys, utilizing public key cryptography, offer protection linked to the device and eliminate the need for complex passwords. While recommended, they are not mandatory following recent account hijacking incidents. Key Takeaways … Read more