Passwordless Authentication: Challenges and Solutions for Account Recovery

Explore the challenges and implications of the passwordless revolution in this 21-minute conference talk from BSidesLV. Delve into the growing trend of passwordless authentication, supported by major companies through passkeys, security keys, and FIDO2 technologies. Examine the obstacles faced by the industry and legacy applications as passwords are phased out. Learn about the new hurdles in account recovery and identity verification processes that arise from the removal of traditional password systems. Gain insights from speaker Aldo Salas on navigating this transition and adapting to a passwordless future in cybersecurity.

PasswordsCon, Tue, Aug 6, 12:30 - Tue, Aug 6, CDT