Not All Biomterics are Created Equal: Why FIDO2 Passwordless Authentication is Top of the Line
Biometrics is a technical term that refers to people’s unique physical or behavioral characteristics. These characteristics are used in biometric authentication. Biometric authentication is a data security concept. It generates a data-generated representation of the user. Security systems can authenticate access to apps and other network resources using that model and biometric information. Biometric authentication is rapidly gaining popularity as a component of multifactor authentication solutions due to its ability to combine strong customer authentication with a low-friction user experience.
For decades, usernames and passwords have served as a core security measure. Numerous high-profile breaches at significant financial and business institutions have led to the theft and sale of millions of username/password combinations on the Dark Web. Therefore, experts encourage companies to adopt robust security measures to protect their data and clients.
Biometric authentication systems are less susceptible to this vulnerability due to the unique nature of the user’s biometric data. When taken by robust technologies with high liveness/spoof detection, it is challenging for an attacker to recreate an individual’s fingerprint or face recognition scan fraudulently. Yet, it just takes a moment for the appropriate person to authenticate. As a result, biometrics are more convenient and safer than passwords.
Despite the advantages, not all biometrics are equal. Therefore, firms must look for an advanced and reliable digital identity verification service like FIDO2. FIDO2 Passwordless Authentications uses a client-to-authenticator connection that allows a device to connect to a network. The CTAP protocol can connect to a wireless network and support mobile devices. It is compatible with Bluetooth, NFC, and BLE.
Another great feature of FIDO2 Passwordless Authentications is its ability to avoid phishing attacks. Users cannot reuse their passwords with this protocol because it binds the key pair to the website. Moreover, FIDO2 is highly secure when used for applications that handle sensitive data, such as healthcare records and social security numbers. Furthermore, the security level is configurable per application and user so that the level of security is optimal.
Importantly, LoginID FIDO2 certified biometric authentication offers substantial identity verification and can be implemented on all devices. The company also provides a FIDO2-certified digital signature.
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