Biometric Authentication
Coverage of Biometric Authentication in the Nexus archive.
- Access control protocol soon to protect crucial TNPDCL assets
After the theft of hard disks, TNPDCL will implement biometric authentication to enhance security for crucial assets.
- Understanding WebAuthn credential protection policy
The article explains WebAuthn, a security protocol part of the FIDO2 standard, which enhances passwordless authentication by protecting credentials from phishing and theft through hardware tokens or biometrics. It highlights the protocol's role in improving online security by ensuring credential protection policies are enforced.
- Is YOUR phone safe? Facial recognition on 21 popular devices can be easily spoofed with printed photos, tests reveal - so, is yours on the list?
Tests reveal that facial recognition on 21 popular devices can be easily spoofed using printed photos, raising concerns about device security. The findings highlight vulnerabilities in biometric authentication systems, prompting questions about the safety of personal data.
- When attackers already have the keys, MFA is just another door to open
The article discusses how stolen credentials can bypass Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), turning authentication systems into an attack surface. A wearable biometric authentication token is presented as a solution to verify users rather than sessions, blocking phishing relays and MFA bypass attempts.