Passwords are Dead, Long Live Passkeys - NDC Security 2024

Explore the future of authentication in this conference talk from NDC Security 2024. Delve into the challenges of traditional authentication methods, including the vulnerabilities of passwords, SMS, and app-based multi-factor authentication. Discover how passkeys, a groundbreaking authentication technology, leverage cryptography within web browsers to securely identify and authenticate users. Learn about the advantages of passkeys, including automatic syncing across devices and the elimination of passwords. Understand why passkeys are considered virtually unhackable and how they simplify the login process for users while reducing the risk of account takeovers. Gain insights into implementing this innovative technology to enhance security and user experience in your applications.

Passwords are Dead, Long live Passkeys! - Stephen Rees-Carter - NDC Security 2024