You Shall Not Password - Modern Authentication for Web Apps

Explore modern authentication mechanisms for web applications in this comprehensive talk from NDC's Copenhagen Developer's Festival. Delve into the evolution of user authentication, from traditional username and password methods to the complex landscape of SSO, 2FA, OAuth, OIDC, SAML, FIDO2, and OTP. Gain insights into the importance of central authentication and understand the true protective capabilities of two-factor authentication. Discover the strengths and weaknesses of various authentication protocols, equipping yourself with the knowledge to enhance user safety in web development. Suitable for web developers, security enthusiasts, and those curious about the inner workings of 'sign in with Google' functionality, this talk provides a thorough examination of the good, bad, and ugly aspects of contemporary web authentication.

You Shall Not Password: Modern Authentication for Web Apps - Eli Holderness - Copenhagen DevFest