Swissbit-Blog

In my latest blog post, I take a closer look at the financial sector. What challenges does the industry face? What solutions exist, and what are their benefits? Finally, I share my conclusion.

In my latest blog post, I unveil the iShield Key 2, a universal security key designed for both digital and physical access. I explain why the iShield Key 2 sets the global standard for hardware authentication and is the ideal phishing-resistant authentication solution for companies and organizations.

In my new article, I examine Adversary-in-the-Middle (AitM) attacks and compares this novel approach to traditional Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks. The article shows how multi-factor authentication (MFA) can be bypassed as a core feature, but there is an effective way to prevent this: FIDO2

In his new blog post for the “authentication 101” series, Travis Dunn takes a closer look at the development of FIDO Passkeys. Microsoft, Google and Apple are pushing the topic of passwordless authentication on the consumer side but is it realistic that passkeys will soon be used in companies? In his conclusion, Travis recommends another existing alternative: hardware authentication.

In his new blog post, Alexander Summerer presents nothing less than a game changer with the brand new iShield Key MIFARE. He explains why this is the case and why it is more attractive for companies and institutions than many other FIDO tokens due to its diverse fields of application.

In his latest blog post of the "Authentication Basics" series, Chris Collier explores the essentials of multi-factor authentication (MFA) and points out how and why hardware tokens provide unparalleled security and ease of use. Discover why these physical devices are a top choice for robust online protection against phishing and other cyber threats.

In his first "Authentication 101" blog post Alexander Summerer points out how and why the iShield Key series secures a user's digital identity by serving as an authenticator on websites, applications, online services and corporate networks.

The EU's NIS2 Directive is tightening cybersecurity for critical infrastructures. Navigating these regulations can be daunting. Alexander Summerer explains what NIS2 means for your organization and how Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) can help you comply. Discover who is affected, the penalties for non-compliance, and why USB tokens might be the most secure and cost-effective MFA solution.

Join our IAM technologist, Chris Collier, in a new blog series about the basics of authentication, Identity [&] Access Management, and cybersecurity. In this first post, Chris explores the fundamentals of the FIDO2 standard, offering essential information and practical tips for software administrators aiming to implement this robust security protocol.

At the beginning of June, the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) in Germany was the victim of a serious cyberattack. Hackers exploited a VPN vulnerability and accessed sensitive data. This attack underlines (once again) the urgent need for multi-factor authentication (MFA), says Claus Gründel, General Manager for Swissbit's security solutions, and emphasizes the importance of decisive action in cyber security.

Dive into the concept of 'zero trust' and learn practical implementation strategies to safeguard your company's critical resources and data against internal and external threats. In his blog post – and our corresponding white paper – Alexander Summerer reveals how zero trust principles, including hardware-based authentication like FIDO security keys, can elevate your security measures and proactively minimize risks.

In his second "Authentication 101" blog post, Alexander Summerer presents selected methods for authenticating and protecting digital identities. He shows where their strengths and weaknesses lie. Finally, he gives a brief assessment of each method. The summary focuses mainly on the iShield Key series.