Microsoft has enhanced Windows 11 with native support for third-party passkey managers, improving passwordless authentication. This update, integrating standards like FIDO2/WebAuthn, increases security and convenience for users using platforms such as 1Password and Bitwarden. #Passkeys #Windows11Security
Keypoints
- Windows 11 now supports third-party passkey managers through a new passkey API.
- Passkeys enhance security by using private-public key cryptography instead of passwords.
- Microsoft has integrated its Password Manager into Windows, supporting passkey management and sync.
- The system utilizes Windows Hello, PIN, biometrics, and cloud security features for protection.
- The beta status of system-level passkey support may result in some functional limitations or bugs.