PasswordlessKonzept
PasswordlessKonzept refers to approaches for user authentication that do not rely on passwords. The core aim is to reduce or eliminate password-based vulnerabilities by replacing passwords with factors tied to a user’s possession, inherent characteristics, or trusted devices, supported by standardized protocols.
In practice, passwordless methods rely mainly on two factors: possession (hardware security keys, mobile devices acting
Key technologies include FIDO2 and WebAuthn (and CTAP for external authenticators). These standards define protocol flows
Benefits of passwordless concepts include stronger protection against phishing and credential stuffing, an improved login experience,
Challenges involve device loss and the need for robust recovery processes, compatibility across platforms, privacy considerations,