Why FIDO Security Keys & Webauthn Are Awesome

Discover the power of FIDO security keys and WebAuthn in this 47-minute conference talk by Jen Tong at NDC Conferences. Explore how these technologies effectively combat phishing attacks and enhance overall security. Learn about public key cryptography, hardware authenticators, and the registration process. Gain insights into implementing FIDO security keys to protect your users and secure critical systems like git repositories and email accounts. Delve into topics such as hardware enclaves, protocols, and browser APIs. Understand the practical aspects of using security keys, including handling lost keys and integrating with services like Gmail. Equip yourself with knowledge to strengthen your authentication systems and safeguard against potential security breaches.

Intro
About Jen
Authentication
Public Key Cryptography
Registration Authentication
Hardware
Hardware Enclave
Protocols
Hardware Authenticators
Registration
Gmail
Directory
Security
Client Libraries
Webauthn
Browser API
Lost Keys