Google is working to change the SMS code authentication used to sign into a Google account to have you scan a QR code.

Come along with me on a journey as we delve into the swirling, echoing madness of identity attacks. Today, I present a case study on how different implementations of OAuth 2.0, the core authentication ...

Google is now planning to phase out the use of SMS authentication for Gmail, and the company is looking towards using other methods that are far safer and more convenient than text messages. Various ...

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First, turn on two-factor authentication for the account. You'll get a QR code or setup key. Next, open the Google Authenticator app and tap the plus sign. Record the 2FA code/key. Whenever you're ...

We've probably all received confirmation codes sent via text message when trying to sign into an account. Those codes are supposed to serve as two-factor authentication to confirm our identity and ...

Security experts advise against using SMS messages for two-factor authentication codes due to their vulnerability to interception or compromise. Recently, a security researcher discovered an unsecured ...

A comprehensive developer guide to implementing secure authentication in modern applications. Covers OAuth 2.0, OIDC, ...