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USER

AUTHENTICATION

Presented By : Robin
Roll No. :23188
Introduction to User
Authentication
• Verifying the identity of user is called as
user authentication.
• User authentication verifies the identity and

other credentials of a user who is


attempting to gain access to computing
resources or networks.
Three tasks under user authentication:
 Identification
 Authentication
 Authorization
The Role of Authentication
 Ensures authorized access
 Protects sensitive data
 Maintains user accountability
Common Authentication
Methods
 Single-Factor Authentication(SFA)

 Two-Factor Authentication(2FA)

 Multi-Factor Authentication(MFA)
advantages of using multiple factors
Two-Factor Authentication(2FA)
 Security process that requires two forms of
verification before granting access to an
account.
 This involves something you know (like

password) and something you have(like text


message with a verification code).
 Methods of 2FA includes SMS codes,

authenticator apps, biometric verification.


Multi-Factor
Authentication(MFA)
 Authentication method that requires two or
more independent ways to identify a user.
 MFA increases the confidence of users by

adding multiple layers of security.


 Example: Codes generated from the user’s

smart phone, captcha tests, fingerprints,


voice biometrics or facial recognition.
Types of Authentication
• Password-Based Authentication

• Biometric Authentication
Examples: Fingerprints, facial recognition,
retina patterns

• Token-Based Authentication
Smart cards, tokens
Password Authentication
 Passwords are most common methods of
authentication.
 Passwords can be in the form of a string of

letters, numbers, or special characters.


 User need to create strong passwords that

include a combination of all possible options


to prevent from phishing attacks.
Biometric Authentication
 Depends on the unique biological
characteristics of an individual.
 Used by consumers, governments and

private corporations including airports,


military bases and national borders.
 Example:

• Facial recognition
• Fingerprint scanners
• Speaker recognition
• Eye scanners
Security Challenges
• Phishing Attacks
• Password Weakness
• Brute Force Attacks: An attacker will try
multiple usernames and passwords until
they gain access to a valid account.
• Social Engineering
• Lack of Multi-Factor Authentication(MFA)
Best Practices for User
Authentication
 Use Strong Password Policies
 Implement Multi-Factor Authentication
 Limit Login Attempts
 Educate Users
 Session Management
THANK YOU

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