Episode 48: Authentication done right!

The discussion kicks off with the flaws in traditional username and password systems, advocating for stronger, adaptive security measures. They highlight the critical role of strong passwords and even suggest the use of password managers. The talk then delves into multi-factor authentication (MFA), addressing risks due to poor configurations. The shift towards passwordless solutions, like magic links, is explored along with the challenges of user adoption. They finally touch on the complexities of ensuring robust security through conditional access and the future potential of Privileged Identity Management.