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Beyond Passwords: The Role of Passkeys in Modern Web Security
Beyond Passwords: The Role of Passkeys in Modern Web Security
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Beyond Passwords: The Role of Passkeys in Modern Web Security

Release Date: 11/12/2023

Web authentication methods have evolved significantly over the years to improve security and the user experience. In the early days of the internet, usernames and passwords were the primary means of authentication. Next came two-factor authentication, which added an extra layer of security but is rather inconvenient. This paved the way for the emergence of Passkeys as a more secure and user-friendly authentication method. 

This research publication positions Passkeys as a revolutionary step towards passwordless authentication. It offers an in-depth explanation of how Passkeys work, while also contrasting them with other authentication methods. By leveraging the latest in cryptographic techniques and FIDO standards, Passkeys significantly enhance security while simplifying the user authentication process.

Key Takeaways:
  • What Passkeys are and how they operate using cryptographic keys
  • The security advantages of Passkeys over traditional passwords
  • How Passkeys improve security by reducing the risk of phishing and other attacks
  • How Passkeys integrate with WebAuthn and FIDO standards
  • How to set up and manage Passkeys across different devices and operating systems
  • Potential vulnerabilities and best practices for maintaining Passkey security
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Michael Roza
Michael Roza
Risk, Audit, Control and Compliance Professional at EVC

Michael Roza

Risk, Audit, Control and Compliance Professional at EVC

Since 2012 Michael has contributed to over 100 CSA projects completed by CSA's Internet of Things, Zero Trust/Software-Defined Perimeter, Top Threats, Cloud Control Matrix, Containers/Microservices, DevSecOps, and other working groups. He has also served as co-chair of CSA's Enterprise Architecture, Top Threats, and Security-as-a-Service working groups while also serving as the Standards Liaison Officer for IoT, ICS, EA, SECaaS, and Cloud K...

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Kurt Seifried
Kurt Seifried
Chief Innovation Officer, CSA

Kurt Seifried

Chief Innovation Officer, CSA

For over two decades, Kurt has excelled in information security, starting with Windows and Linux, and advancing to cloud computing and AI. With a strong focus on AI security, privacy, and open source, Kurt brings extensive expertise to the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA).

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