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Passkeys: Using FIDO for Secure and Easy Authentication

Phil Windley

Summary: Passkeys, the popular name for FIDO, are not only easy, they offer better protection against phishing than other forms of multi-factor authentication. I was at SLC DevOpsDays last week and attended a talk by Sharon Goldberg on MFA in 2023. FIDO uses an authenticator to create, store, and use authentication keys.

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Passwords Are Ruining the Web

Phil Windley

Chances are, if you're like me, that you pick up your phone and use a biometric authentication method (e.g. On the web, in contrast, you likely end up at a landing page where you have to search for the login button which is hidden in a menu or at the top of the page. The kicker is that this isn't a trade off with security.

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My CISM Journey - The True Value of Certifications

CIO Musings

I have worked in cyber security for decades. I have toiled in the trenches, built authentication systems, lived through breaches, sold infosec investments to budget-minded leaders, built cyber security teams, and most importantly led in the cybersecurity area. Hell yes, I want credit for all that.

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eBook DRM Software: The Ultimate Protection for your eBooks

Kitaboo

Table of Contents: I. Benefits of Using DRM Software Enables Customization of Access Protects the Authenticity of Content Tracks eBook Usage Prevents IP Theft Ensures Regulatory Compliance Supports Cross-Platform Distribution Facilitates Secure Global Distribution Protects Revenue III. How Does Drm Software Protect Your eBooks?

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Top 7 MFA Bypass Techniques and How to Defend Against Them

SecureWorld News

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a fundamental component of best practices for account security. Traditionally, this approach to authentication delivers a unique code to a user's email or phone, which is then inputted following the account password. SMS-based MFA MFA via SMS (i.e.,

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Digital Rights Management: The eBook DRM Revolution

Kitaboo

eBook DRM implements total control over resources using technologies such as encryption and authentication. Table of Contents I. It includes methods like user authentication, verification, licensing of eBooks, encryption, etc. The possibility of piracy, theft, or redistribution need not worry publishers or content creators.

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Share eBooks with Confidence: Mastering eBook DRM

Kitaboo

Just like you secure your home with a sturdy lock, eBook DRM shields your literary masterpieces from illicit copying and sharing. Table of Contents: I. Essentially, eBook DRM acts as a security measure. These controls may include limitations on copying text, printing pages, or sharing the eBook with others.

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