All articles tagged with #passkeys
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Fortune
Passkeys are a secure and user-friendly alternative to passwords that are underutilized due to low awareness, misconceptions, and implementation challenges. Companies are encouraged to promote phased adoption and educate users on their benefits to improve security and user experience, especially as traditional methods become more vulnerable to AI-driven attacks.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Conversation
Passkeys are a more secure and user-friendly alternative to passwords, using public-key cryptography to prevent theft and phishing, but widespread adoption is still in progress, so maintaining strong password habits remains important.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by 9to5Google
Google reassures users that Gmail's security remains strong and effective, denying reports of a mass warning or breach, and highlighting its ability to block over 99.9% of phishing and malware attempts, amid rumors linking recent breaches to Gmail.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Yahoo News Australia
Google warns users after a breach of its Salesforce database, which exposed limited business contact information but did not affect personal data or Google services like Gmail. The company recommends using passkeys, biometric-based security measures, over traditional passwords to enhance account security amid rising AI-driven hacking threats.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by PhoneArena
Google warns its 2.5 billion Gmail users to change their passwords immediately due to increased phishing and credential theft attacks, emphasizing the importance of using strong, unique passwords, enabling two-factor authentication with authenticator apps, and adopting passkeys for enhanced security.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Forbes
Google has confirmed that hackers are accessing Gmail accounts through compromised passwords, urging users to change their passwords immediately and adopt stronger security measures like passkeys and authenticators, as most users still rely on outdated password practices, putting their accounts at risk.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Forbes
Google has confirmed that many Gmail accounts have been compromised due to weak passwords and hackers gaining access. Most users are advised to change their passwords immediately, use strong, unique passwords managed by a dedicated password manager, enable two-factor authentication with an authenticator app, and adopt passkeys for enhanced security. The company emphasizes that only 36% of users regularly update their passwords, highlighting the need for improved security practices to prevent unauthorized access.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Forbes
Google warns Gmail users to enhance security by using strong, unique passwords, enabling passkeys, and avoiding outdated sign-in methods due to rising hacking threats, especially from malware and AI-related vulnerabilities. Users are advised to regularly review account access and switch to more secure authentication methods to protect their digital lives.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Hacker News
The article discusses the vulnerabilities of password-based authentication, the potential of passkeys as a more secure alternative, and the challenges and concerns related to passkey implementation, user experience, and vendor lock-in, emphasizing the importance of user-friendly and secure authentication methods.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ZDNET
Microsoft is phasing out password management in its Authenticator app, shifting focus to passkeys, which are more secure but currently only device-bound and non-syncable across devices. Users can export passwords to Edge for management, but full support for syncable passkeys across all platforms is still in development, highlighting ongoing challenges in achieving seamless passwordless authentication.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNET
Microsoft's Authenticator app will stop supporting passwords on August 1, shifting users to passkeys, which use biometric data or PINs for safer authentication. Users are advised to transition to passkeys or alternative password managers like Bitwarden or 1Password to securely store their passwords, as Microsoft will no longer support password storage or autofill features.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Forbes
Google warns users of a surge in attacks on Gmail accounts, urging all to switch from passwords to passkeys for enhanced security, and announces new security features and transparency initiatives to combat credential theft and reduce vulnerability lifecycles.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNET
Microsoft is discontinuing the use of passwords in its Authenticator app starting August 1, shifting users to passkeys, a safer authentication method using biometrics or PINs. Users should prepare by setting up passkeys and choosing a new password manager, with recommendations including Bitwarden and 1Password, to enhance account security and transition smoothly from traditional passwords.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Forbes
Microsoft is urging its billion users to delete stored passwords within 72 hours and switch to passkeys for enhanced security, aiming to phase out passwords entirely and combat rising account attacks.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Forbes
The article advises users to delete passwords stored in Google Chrome due to security risks and switch to dedicated, secure password managers that offer better protection, such as zero-knowledge encryption and hardware security, especially as major companies push for passwordless authentication methods like passkeys.