biometric security

Microsoft’s Windows Hello Faces a Glitch in the Latest Windows 11 Update Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update, KB5055523, rolled out on April 8, 2025, with the goal of enhancing system security, has instead stirred up user frustration by causing notable issues with Windows Hello, the biometric...

An Insider Look at the Revamped Recall Feature Microsoft's controversial Recall feature is making another appearance—but this time with a renewed focus on addressing serious privacy and security concerns. As Windows Insiders get early access on Windows 11 Build 26100.3902, the spotlight is once...

Windows Hello has long been celebrated as a streamlined and secure way to access Windows devices, making biometric authentication a breeze for millions of users worldwide. However, the recent discovery of CVE-2025-26644 has set off alarm bells in the cybersecurity community. This vulnerability...

Microsoft is boldly ushering in a new era where the days of tedious, vulnerable passwords are numbered. Imagine a world where you no longer have to juggle a myriad of complex, forgettable passwords just to access your Outlook email, fire up your Xbox, or log into Microsoft 365. That world is...

In a move that’s bound to please Google Pixel enthusiasts, Android 16 is set to eliminate one of the most annoying quirks of Pixel devices – the touchscreen wake-up ritual before using the fingerprint scanner. For years, even the sophisticated ultrasonic fingerprint sensors found on the latest...

If you’re looking to ditch the hassle of traditional passwords and step up your device security, Windows Hello is a game changer. Windows Hello, a feature available in both Windows 11 and Windows 10, offers a personal and secure way to log into your PC using facial recognition, fingerprint...

What Happened? The root of the problem lay in the way the Azure AI Face service performed identity verification and authenticated users. This flaw allowed potential attackers to simulate legitimate credentials—possibly using deepfake or other forms of spoofing—to bypass security measures without...

In what feels like the next evolutionary step in digital security, Microsoft is further championing the passwordless future, encouraging users to adopt Windows Hello as their primary sign-in method. This decision aligns with the growing push to phase out traditional passwords, which generally...

In the futuristic realm of biometric security, Windows Hello stands out as one of Microsoft’s flagship features. With a single glance, you’re not just logging into your computer; you’re stepping into a world where passwords are passé. But what happens when your high-tech facial recognition...

As we steer further into the digital age, an increase in security measures while maintaining ease of access has become paramount. Windows 11 takes a significant leap in this direction with its passwordless sign-in feature, allowing users to forgo traditional passwords in favor of more secure...

Microsoft continues to refine and enhance its biometric authentication ecosystem with the latest update to Windows Hello, the company’s flagship feature for secure, password-free sign-ins. Delivered through the Beta Channel Preview Build 22635.4440 (KB5045889) to members of the Windows Insider...

For many Windows 11 users, signing into your PC can be as simple as looking at your camera or tapping your finger on a sleek scanner - thanks to Windows Hello. This game-changing feature allows biometric access, freeing users from remembering and typing passwords. However, recent updates have...

On October 15, 2024, Microsoft unveiled a groundbreaking feature that promises to revolutionize how users access their digital world on Windows 11. Imagine a life where you no longer scramble to remember the myriad of passwords for various apps and websites. Instead, you can enjoy seamless...

In our increasingly digital world, where the balance between convenience and security hangs by a thread, Windows users should be aware of the diverse options available for signing into their devices. The various sign-in methods not only offer flexibility but also enhance account...

At Microsoft, we are committed to building products that add to your peace of mind by letting you securely access what you care about, wherever you are. Millions trust us daily to access documents, mails, chats and so much more both on phones and PCs. An area where customers reported they still...

Sign into your new Surface device faster and easier with these easy-to-follow steps. Windows Hello offers a more personal way to sign into your Link Removed or Link Removed. Using biometric security, Windows Hello on Surface Book and Surface Pro 4 allows you to bypass entering in complex...