Reducing Overhead by Moving from Certificate-based to FIDO Authentication
Switching from certificate-based to FIDO authentication dramatically reduces overhead and complications for large enterprises looking to move away from using passwords. In recent years, there has been a growing concern over the security of passwords. Password-based authentication has been the primary means of access control for a wide range of applications, from email to online banking. However, passwords are prone to a variety of security threats, including phishing attacks, brute-force attacks, and password reuse. As a result, many large enterprises are...
Adopting Strong Passwordless Authentication by Using a FIDO Security Key
Password-based authentication has been the most commonly used method to secure our online accounts. However, it's time to move towards a stronger and more secure authentication method, and that is by adopting passwordless authentication through the use of FIDO security keys. What Is FIDO? FIDO stands for Fast Identity Online, and it's an open standard for passwordless authentication. The FIDO Alliance, a non-profit organization, developed this standard to address the limitations of traditional password-based authentication. FIDO uses public key cryptography authentication to...
Multi-factor Authentication with FIDO: A Powerful Combination
In today's digital age, cybersecurity is a top concern for individuals and businesses alike. With data breaches and cyberattacks becoming more frequent and sophisticated, it's crucial to implement strong security measures to protect sensitive information. One such measure is multi-factor authentication (MFA), which adds an extra layer of security beyond the traditional username and password login. While MFA is a powerful tool in its own right, its effectiveness can be further enhanced with the use of FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication...
Bundled with Malware? The Risk of Buying Low-Cost Smart Card Readers
According to Eurosmart’s forecasts, smart card markets were slightly below 10 billion units in 2021. In 2022, further growth is expected at least by a few more percentage points. Reportedly, there are roughly 50 to 70 million estimated smart cards in the United States. Millions of contractors and government employees in the U.S. use a secure smart ID card that allows them to physically access buildings and controlled spaces. It also provides cardholders with access to government computer networks and systems at their appropriate...
FIDO for All (S1:E18)
Jonny Adams, Product Manager for Logical Access at Identiv, and John Guerrero, CEO at Identify Systems, return to chat about making FIDO accessible for all: businesses, governments, and consumers alike. The FIDO ecosystem eliminates the risk of data breaches, phishing, password theft, and replay attacks with hardened multi-factor authentication. The tech is transforming the cybersecurity experience. Full Transcript Speaker 1 (00:01): You’re listening to Humans in Tech. Our podcast explores today’s most transformative technology and the trends of tomorrow, bringing together the brightest...
