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EPISODE · Sep 1, 2025 · 6 MIN

Passkeys – A Simpler and Safer Way to Sign In

from OUCH! · host Joel Anker

Even long, complex passwords can be stolen - just ask Sarah, whose strong password didn’t stop a smishing scam from draining her bank account. This month’s OUCH! introduces Passkeys as a safer, simpler way to sign in, using biometrics instead of passwords to keep your accounts secure and phishing-proofOUCH! is the world's leading, free security awareness newsletter designed for everyone. Published every month in multiple languages, each edition is carefully researched and developed by the SANS Security Awareness team, instructors and community members. Each OUCH! is developed through a rigorous process involving numerous community volunteers, including translators, subject matter experts, and editors.Sign up for the monthly newsletter at sans.org/newsletters/ouch/

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