Explore the limitations of traditional two-factor authentication and discover a proposed solution in this 23-minute conference talk from BSidesLV 2017. Delve into the problem with current 2FA methods, understand the type of attacks they're vulnerable to, and witness a live demonstration. Learn about desired features for improved security and examine a proposed bidirectional authentication solution, complete with examples and variants. Follow the demonstration flow to grasp the benefits of this innovative approach. Gain insights into future directions for enhanced security, including the potential use of Firebase Cloud Messaging. Equip yourself with knowledge to demand more robust authentication methods in an increasingly vulnerable digital landscape.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Problem with 2FA
Type Attack
Demo
Desired Features
Proposed Solution
Example
Variant
Demonstration
Flow
Benefits
Future Directions
Firebase Cloud Messaging
Taught by
BSidesLV