This course aims to highlight the importance of passwords in digital authentication, emphasizing that they are not going away anytime soon. The learning outcomes include understanding password policies, creating strong passwords, implementing two-factor authentication, and enhancing account security. The course covers topics such as password recommendations, user experience, password reset processes, and the use of one-time passwords (OTPs). The teaching method involves sharing examples and best practices gathered over 23 years of experience in password security. The intended audience includes individuals interested in cybersecurity, digital authentication, and password management.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Joke
Passwordscom
Associated Press
Password recommendations
Good news
Mandatory password changes are stupid
Microsoft says periodic password expiration is obsolete
Do you need an account
User experience and security
Onboarding
Creating a new account
Invalid characters
What makes a strong password
Twofactor authentication
Text messages
Login flow
Twofactor indication
Give useful information
Securitytxt
Why are you changing your password
Blog post
I forgot my password
Indicators of compromise
Password reset process
SP 80063B
Highlights
My previous job
Open Password Filter
Password Length
What happened next
Why did I do this
OTPs
Email is not secure
How to make email secure
Netflix
Bad people
My phone is my castle
Pin code joke
Pin code statistics
Peoples choice
Nonmemorable pin
FIDO
Reception
Taught by
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