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How can you meet the FIDO2 standard for authentication?

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Authentication is a crucial aspect of cybersecurity, as it verifies the identity of users and devices before granting access to sensitive data and resources. However, traditional methods of authentication, such as passwords and tokens, are often vulnerable to phishing, theft, or compromise. That's why many organizations are adopting the FIDO2 standard, which aims to provide a more secure and user-friendly way of authentication. In this article, you will learn what FIDO2 is, how it works, and how you can meet its requirements for your web applications and platforms.

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Uros Babic

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Muhammad Abdur Raafay

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1 What is FIDO2?

FIDO2 is a set of specifications developed by the FIDO Alliance, a consortium of technology companies and industry associations, to enable passwordless and multi-factor authentication. FIDO2 consists of two main components: WebAuthn and CTAP. WebAuthn is a web standard that allows browsers and web applications to use public key cryptography and biometric or hardware authenticators to verify users. CTAP is a protocol that enables external devices, such as USB keys or smartphones, to communicate with browsers and platforms to act as authenticators.

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Uros Babic

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To meet the FIDO2 standard for authentication, you can use a FIDO2-compliant authenticator such as a security key or biometric authentication When you want to log in to a website or service, you use your private key to sign a challenge from the website or service FIDO2 cryptographic login credentials are unique across every website, never leave the user’s device and are never stored on a server. This security model eliminates the risks of phishing, all forms of password theft and replay attacks

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To meet the FIDO2 standard for authentication, organizations should implement authentication solutions that adhere to the specifications outlined by the FIDO Alliance. FIDO2, which consists of WebAuthn and CTAP (Client to Authenticator Protocol), enables passwordless and multifactor authentication. WebAuthn is a web standard for secure and convenient authentication, while CTAP allows external authenticators like security keys to communicate with devices. To comply with FIDO2, organizations can deploy security keys, biometric authentication, or mobile authenticators that support FIDO2 protocols.

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Indeed, your description of FIDO2 and its components is accurate. Let's delve a bit deeper into the two main components of FIDO2: WebAuthn (Web Authentication): Purpose: WebAuthn is designed to provide a standardized web API (Application Programming Interface) for strong authentication. It allows web applications to offer passwordless and multi-factor authentication experiences using public key cryptography. Authentication Mechanisms: WebAuthn supports various authentication mechanisms, including biometrics (such as fingerprint or face recognition) and external authenticators (such as security keys, USB tokens, or smartphones).

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2 How does FIDO2 work?

FIDO2 works by creating a unique pair of cryptographic keys for each user and each website or platform. The private key is stored on the user's device or authenticator, while the public key is registered with the website or platform. When the user wants to log in, the website or platform challenges the user to prove their identity by using their device or authenticator. The device or authenticator signs the challenge with the private key and sends it back to the website or platform, which verifies it with the public key. This way, the user does not need to enter or remember any passwords, and the website or platform does not store any passwords or sensitive data.

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Meeting the FIDO2 standard involves implementing WebAuthn and CTAP protocols. WebAuthn enables password-less logins by using bio metrics or security keys. CTAP facilitates secure communication between the user's device and external authenticators. To meet the standard, integrate WebAuthn into your system, ensure device/browser support, integrate with external authenticators, and educate users on its use. This allows for secure and convenient authentication while adhering to FIDO2 standards.

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3 How can you implement FIDO2?

To implement FIDO2 for your web applications and platforms, you need to follow some steps. First, you need to enable WebAuthn on your web server and client, which requires using a library or framework that supports the WebAuthn API. You can find some examples of such libraries and frameworks on the FIDO Alliance website. Second, you need to choose and configure the types of authenticators that you want to support, such as biometric, hardware, or platform authenticators. You also need to decide on the level of authentication that you want to require, such as passwordless, second factor, or multi-factor. Third, you need to design and test the user interface and user experience of your web application or platform, to ensure that it is clear, intuitive, and consistent with the FIDO2 principles.

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4 What are the benefits of FIDO2?

FIDO2 offers several benefits for both users and organizations. For users, FIDO2 provides a more convenient and secure way of authentication, as they do not need to remember or type any passwords, or rely on SMS or email codes. They can also use the same device or authenticator across multiple websites and platforms, without having to create or manage multiple accounts. For organizations, FIDO2 reduces the risk of data breaches and identity theft, as passwords are eliminated or reduced, and phishing and replay attacks are prevented. FIDO2 also lowers the cost and complexity of managing authentication systems, as passwords are no longer stored or transmitted, and password resets and support are reduced.

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5 What are the challenges of FIDO2?

FIDO2 has its challenges, such as compatibility, education, and policy. For example, not all browsers, devices, and platforms are compatible with FIDO2 or WebAuthn, which can limit availability and usability. It's also important to provide clear instructions to users on how to register and use their device or authenticator. Additionally, FIDO2 may require changes to existing authentication policies and procedures, such as user registration and account recovery. As such, you may need to review and update your policies and procedures to align with the FIDO2 standards and best practices.

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Ali Abdullah S. AlQahtani, Ph.D.

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Cross-Platform Interoperability: Ensure that your FIDO2 implementation is interoperable across various platforms and devices. This is critical as users typically access services from multiple devices and browsers. Testing for compatibility across different environments can prevent potential access issues, ensuring a seamless user experience.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Ali Abdullah S. AlQahtani, Ph.D.

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User Adoption and Education: A primary challenge in deploying FIDO2 is ensuring widespread user adoption. To address this, focus on user education about the benefits and usage of FIDO2. Organizations should invest in creating comprehensive, user-friendly guides and training modules. It's not just about implementing technology; it's about driving behavioral change among users to embrace this new form of authentication.

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