New Passkey Specifications Enable Import and Export for Enhanced User Flexibility! 🔐

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Summary:

  1. Introduction of Passkeys
    Passkeys, a more secure alternative to traditional passwords, were introduced two years ago, utilizing security keys or biometrics for authentication.

  2. New Specifications Published
    The FIDO Alliance has announced new specifications that will allow users to import and export passkeys, enhancing user choice and flexibility.

  3. Current Limitations
    Previously, there was no secure method for transferring passkeys between different password managers, limiting users’ ability to move their credentials across platforms.

  4. Credential Exchange Protocol
    The new specifications include the establishment of the Credential Exchange Protocol (CXP) and Credential Exchange Format (CXF) for securely transferring passkeys and other credentials.

  5. Enhanced Security Measures
    The new formats are encrypted, ensuring that credentials remain secure during the transfer process, unlike the less secure CSV files used by many current password managers.

Read more at: 9to5Mac