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Beyond Passwords: The Role of Passkeys in Modern Web Security
Release Date: 11/12/2023
Working Group: Identity and Access Management
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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Andrew Klaus
Andrew Klaus
Mark Loveless
Mark Loveless
Guillaume Rossolini
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Michael Roza
Risk, Audit, Control and Compliance Professional at EVC
Michael Roza
Risk, Audit, Control and Compliance Professional at EVC
Since 2012, Michael Roza has been a pivotal member of the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) family. He has contributed to over 140 projects, as a Lead Author or Author/Contributor and many more as a Reviewer/Editor.
Michael's extensive contributions encompass critical areas including Artificial Intelligence, Zero Trust/Software Defined Perimeter, Internet of Things, Top Threats, Cloud Control Matrix, DevSecOps, and Key Management. His lea...
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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