Apple\u2019s iOS 13.3 should be coming to your iPhone pretty soon, and with it a bunch of cool new features. One of the interesting and exciting iOS 13.3 updates for anyone who is concerned about their security is the ability to use security keys with Apple\u2019s Safari browser. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The move is revealed in Apple\u2019s release notes for the second developer beta, which says iOS 13.3 supports NFC, USB, and Lightning FIDO2-compliant security keys in Safari. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In other words, when the iOS 13.3 update drops, you will able to use physical security keys such as Yubico\u2019s iPhone compatible YubiKey 5Ci\u2013which was previously unavailable to browsers such as Apple\u2019s Safari and Google\u2019s Chrome. However, it could be used with some password manager apps such as 1Password. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is expected that iOS 13.3 will probably hit sometime in December. So what\u2019s the deal with security keys?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Security keys in iOS 13.3: A great idea <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A security key is a convenient and secure form of authentication because you can simply plug it into your device. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Security researcher Sean Wright goes one step further, saying security keys are \u201cfantastic.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cKeys are a rare case in security where a good mechanism comes with something that is relatively easy to use. They represent a desire to move away from password based authentication to something that is often more secure as well as hopefully more user friendly.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He points out that security keys also prevent phishing attempts, where an attacker will try to steal your details by, for example, sending you an email prompting you to enter your credentials onto a fake page. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
ZeroDayLab\u2019s director of cyber security strategy, Stuart Peck agrees the move is a \u201cgreat idea.\u201d However, he points out that support for YubiKey is limited\u2013although this is likely to change over time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
But like any form of authentication, security keys aren\u2019t bulletproof. You might even want to avoid carrying them around with you, especially if there is a chance they may get lost. \u201cLike any key, you will want to ensure that you keep them safe, and avoid leaving them around and losing them,\u201d Wright says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In order to protect yourself while still getting the most benefit out of the key, Wright advises having another means\u2013perhaps another backup key\u2013to access your account. \u201cSo if you lost your key or it was stolen you would immediately revoke it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Security keys in iOS 13.3: Should you use one?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s an exciting change, and security keys are a definite yes for a technical user who is concerned about their data. However, Peck thinks they could be overkill for the average person. \u201cUnless your personal threat model requires the use of security keys, an app for two factor authentication is just as acceptable.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apple\u2019s iOS 13 is certainly moving in the right direction for security and privacy. The iPhone maker has added a host of new security features to the updated operating system including the ability to lock down its voice assistant Siri. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It has also introduced new features that could be a blow to firms such as Facebook and Google by highlighting how much data they collect in the background and giving you the opportunity to prevent this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Personally, I\u2019m looking forward to iOS 13.3 and the ability to try out a security key on my device. But it isn\u2019t for everyone\u2013and it\u2019s certainly not something you\u2019d want to lose\u2013so if you do use one make sure you have a back up. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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