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13-10 Security Keys

Last updated Aug 17, 2023 Edit Source

What is a Security Key?

A secondary device is used as the second step in the authentication process to gain access to a device, workstation, or application.

A popular brand of security key is a Yubikey

A security key can resemble a memory stick. When your finger makes contact with a button of exposed metal on the device, it will generate And autofill a security token.