device authentication

Two German researchers demonstrated at Black Hat that an attacker with local administrative access can inject a malicious biometric template into Windows Hello for Business and sign in as another user with nothing more than their own face — a practical, low-noise bypass that undermines one of...

In the aftermath of Microsoft’s sweeping Secure Future Initiative, administrators across enterprises have been confronted with a new and urgent challenge: Teams-certified Android devices—spanning Teams Rooms, Phones, Panels, and Displays—have suddenly lost remote access capabilities, leaving...

Artificial intelligence’s growing influence in the business world is increasingly coming with a sharp edge, as demonstrated by a recent report from identity management giant Okta. The convergence of easily accessible AI-powered web development tools and the rising sophistication of threat actors...

Microsoft's recent update to Windows Hello has introduced a significant change: the facial recognition feature now requires adequate lighting conditions to function effectively. This shift has sparked discussions among users and experts, as it impacts both the usability and security of the...

The recent discovery of a critical vulnerability in the Instantel Micromate, a device widely deployed throughout critical infrastructure and manufacturing sectors, has sent concerning ripples through the industrial cybersecurity community. The vulnerability, cataloged as CVE-2025-1907, exposes a...

In a move signaling Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to secure device connectivity for the Internet of Things (IoT), the May 2025 Azure Sphere update introduces a collection of targeted enhancements designed to fortify security, streamline legacy migration workflows, and give IT administrators...

Problems facing IT administrators are as perennial as the operating systems they manage, but few things send a chill through the enterprise like a Windows Server authentication failure precipitated by a routine update. Windows Server, the backbone of IT infrastructure for countless organizations...

Over the past several years, Windows Hello for Business (WHfB) has emerged as a cornerstone of Microsoft’s modern authentication approach, prioritizing both convenience and layered security. However, recent developments have drawn fresh scrutiny to the ecosystem’s dependence on complex trust...

As the manufacturing sector races ahead in its digital transformation, the intersection of IoT, OT, and security comes sharply into focus. Today, the digital thread runs deep in factories, weaving intelligent automation, connected sensors, and remote operations into a unified tapestry that...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of industrial security, manufacturers are grappling with an unprecedented surge in connected devices. This digital transformation, often coined as Industry 4.0, demands robust, scalable, and efficient approaches to identity security and device authentication...

CyberArk, Device Authority, and Microsoft have joined forces to revolutionize device authentication across the manufacturing landscape. In an era where hundreds of IoT devices, sensors, and controllers are integral to operations, ensuring robust security is not just a best practice—it’s a...

CyberArk, Device Authority, and Microsoft Deliver a Game-Changer in Secure Device Authentication for Manufacturers In an era where connected devices drive efficiency and productivity on factory floors and at the edge, manufacturers face an increasing challenge: securing a maturing digital...

My Win10Pro laptop has multiple options: Password PIN (on TPM) Windows Hello camera (on TPM) Fingerprint (reportedly unreliable) Device-based authentication on iphone, via Microsoft program. I would like to enable multiple-factor authentication, choosing from the options I want. Specifically...