How passkeys work: Going passwordless with public key cryptography
Briefly

The FIDO Alliance, supported by major tech companies, is leading the movement towards a passwordless future utilizing passkeys as login credentials. These passkeys are based on public key cryptography and aim to reduce the risk of password theft resulting from user error. The transition is necessary due to ongoing issues with password security, including phishing attacks. Unlike traditional passwords, passkeys do not need to be shared with websites, offering users enhanced security while simplifying the login process by eliminating the need to remember complex secrets.
The FIDO Alliance is spearheading efforts towards a passwordless future, utilizing innovative passkeys instead of traditional passwords for secure logins.
Passkeys offer greater security as they do not require users to share secrets directly with websites, reducing the risk of password theft through user error.
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