WHITEPAPER
Inside the Criminal Mindset: Sidestepping Authentication in a Passwordless World
Passwords remain a primary security measure for many of our digital touchpoints – but for the first time in history, we’re starting to see this change.
Organizations are shifting from passwords and password managers towards passwordless authentication, with passkeys increasingly replacing traditional passwords. Passkeys solve the age-old issue of poor password hygiene and deliver a low-friction user experience, making it a preferred approach for both security teams and end users.
If we’ve learned anything from the past, though, it’s that cybercriminals are pretty good at adapting to change. And as we move toward a passwordless future, adversaries are quickly finding new holes to poke in our defenses and challenging even the most sophisticated authentication systems.
In this whitepaper, you’ll find:
- A recap of current authentication practices, including passwords, password managers, and MFA
- Details about passkeys and their benefits
- The hidden dangers of passwordless authentication, including the threat of session hijacking
- Guidelines on how to defend against next-generation authentication bypass techniques
Find out how SpyCloud gives you the upper hand against cybercriminals with session hijacking prevention to prevent unauthorized access via stolen cookies.
Trusted by market leaders
With 500+ customers around the world, including half of the Fortune 10, SpyCloud is the leader in operationalizing Cybercrime Analytics to protect businesses.
We’re on a mission to make the internet a safer place by disrupting the criminal underground. Together with our customers, we aim to stop criminals from profiting off stolen data.
#1 Global
Streaming Service
#1 Global
Airline
#1 Global Software
Company
Leading
US Banks
#1 Global
Online Retailer
#1 US Crypto Exchange
Check Your Exposure
See your real-time account takeover exposure details powered by SpyCloud data.
