The Web Authentication Standard Changes the Way Users Connect
Justin Lam — April 13, 2018 — Tech
The FIDO Alliance and W3C have come together and reached a milestone in browser security with the recently launched Web Authentication standard. Doing away with passwords has been a goal for tech companies for some time now and this new authentication method manages to accomplish this. The Web Authentication standard would allow users to securely log into browsers without the need for alpha-numeric passwords and would instead utilize a computers fingerprint scanner, camera or by inserting a security key.
The FIDO Alliance and W3C Web Authentication standard is currently functional on Mozilla's Firefox browser, and Google, Microsoft and Opera have all committed to supporting the tech in their browsers. This new form of authentication focuses on two points password implementation. The first focus is on convenience as the use of biometric security, or use of a key is much easier to deploy. The second focus is on security itself as the Web Authentication standard uses practices that are much more unique and would make it significantly harder for a browser account to be compromised.
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The FIDO Alliance and W3C Web Authentication standard is currently functional on Mozilla's Firefox browser, and Google, Microsoft and Opera have all committed to supporting the tech in their browsers. This new form of authentication focuses on two points password implementation. The first focus is on convenience as the use of biometric security, or use of a key is much easier to deploy. The second focus is on security itself as the Web Authentication standard uses practices that are much more unique and would make it significantly harder for a browser account to be compromised.
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Trend Themes
1. Biometric Security - The use of fingerprint scanners or cameras for authentication presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the security industry.
2. Passwordless Authentication - Removing the reliance on alpha-numeric passwords opens up opportunities for companies to develop new authentication methods and technologies.
3. Web Authentication Standard - The development and implementation of a standardized authentication method across browsers creates opportunities for seamless user experiences and enhanced security.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - The technology industry can benefit from developing and integrating biometric security features into their devices and platforms.
2. Cybersecurity - The cybersecurity industry has the opportunity to create innovative solutions and services around passwordless authentication to enhance online security.
3. Web Browsers - Web browser companies can capitalize on the Web Authentication standard by implementing it into their platforms to provide users with more secure and convenient login experiences.
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