Google recently took a significant step towards safer and more user-friendly protection for business users by launching an open beta for passkeys on Google Workspace and Cloud accounts. The company initiated the rollout of passkey support for consumer Google accounts about a month ago, and now, this innovative technology is being extended to cater to enterprise users.
Google, like many other leading technology corporations, has been relentlessly working on combating password-related vulnerabilities. Passkeys promise better security than conventional passwords and multifactor authentication procedures. Instead of relying on authentication codes from apps or text messages, passkey users can seamlessly use their phones, computers, or tablets to sign in to websites and applications with pre-existing logins, such as a biometric login or PIN code. Since individuals need to physically possess these devices, the likelihood of unauthorized access is significantly reduced.
Passkeys share similarities with physical security keys in terms of their resistance against phishing attempts. The cryptographic protocols employed by passkeys bear resemblance to the principles utilized by physical security keys. According to Google's research findings, passkeys are twice as quick and exhibit four times fewer errors compared to ordinary passwords.
In an official announcement, Google Workspace Product Manager Jeroen Kemperman and Engineering Manager Shruti Kulkarni stated, “Over the past decade, Google has been at the forefront of the battle against phishing and password-related threats, including with our automated defenses powered by Google AI.” They further added, “We championed the development of physical security keys and their standardization under the FIDO Alliance. As generally a simpler and more secure alternative to passwords, passkeys represent the culmination of this work to bring phishing-resistant technology to billions of people worldwide.”
The implementation of this new feature in Google Workspace is being carried out in a phased manner. In the upcoming weeks, administrators will have the option to enable passkeys for their users, thereby bypassing the need for passwords at sign-in.
As businesses and enterprises opt for low-code and no-code platforms like AppMaster to expedite and simplify application development, the integration of advanced security measures in digital solutions becomes critical to ensure data protection. Technologies like passkeys push the boundaries in maintaining business and user integrity, providing a safer and more efficient way for users to access online platforms.
