Passwordless Web 1.5

Passwords are fundamentally broken, even with 2FA. Learn how passkeys provide true phishing resistance by design, eliminating server-side credential theft.

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The fundamental security flaws of traditional passwords

Passwords suffer from issues like weakness, reuse across multiple accounts, and predictability, leading to widespread security vulnerabilities.

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Why mandatory password rotation policies often fail

Forcing users to change passwords frequently leads to predictable patterns and weaker credentials, undermining the intended security benefits.

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Risks from password managers and server-side storage

Even with strong passwords, security is compromised by vulnerabilities in password managers and poor server-side practices like weak hashing.

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How phishing attacks can bypass two-factor authentication

Malicious actors can intercept one-time passwords to defeat common two-factor authentication, making physical security keys a stronger alternative.

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Introducing passkeys for secure passwordless authentication

Passkeys leverage the FIDO2 and WebAuthn standards with public-key cryptography to provide a more secure and user-friendly login experience.

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How to register and sign in using passkeys

The user workflow involves creating a passkey tied to a device's lock mechanism and then using that same mechanism for subsequent logins.

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Using cross-device authentication for phishing resistance

Logging into a new device with a phone's passkey uses a QR code and Bluetooth for proximity detection, effectively preventing remote phishing attacks.

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Strategies for managing passkeys across multiple devices

Users can manage their passkeys across different devices using built-in OS credential managers, third-party password managers, or physical hardware keys.

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Current adoption and developer implementation challenges

While major platforms are adopting passkeys, implementation is complex for developers due to detailed specifications and a lack of reliable AI-generated code.

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