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Following a security breach that revealed employee username and password information, an organization would like to implement additional security for users logging in to company devices. Which of the
The correct answer is A. Biometric authentication. To enhance security after a password breach, biometric authentication is the best solution for adding an extra layer of verification for user logins. This method uses unique physical characteristics, making it difficult for unauthorized users to gain access even with stolen crede
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Following a security breach that revealed employee username and password information, an organization would like to implement additional security for users logging in to company devices. Which of the following would be the best solution for the organization to use?
Options
- ABiometric authentication
- BPeer-reviewed log-ins
- CLog-in scripts
- DOne-time tokens
How the community answered
(43 responses)- A72% (31)
- B16% (7)
- C7% (3)
- D5% (2)
Why each option
To enhance security after a password breach, biometric authentication is the best solution for adding an extra layer of verification for user logins. This method uses unique physical characteristics, making it difficult for unauthorized users to gain access even with stolen credentials.
Biometric authentication, such as fingerprint or facial recognition, provides an additional strong factor of authentication beyond usernames and passwords, significantly increasing security by verifying a user's physical identity. It prevents unauthorized access even if passwords are compromised, as the biometric data is unique to the legitimate user.
Peer-reviewed log-ins are not a standard or effective security measure to prevent unauthorized access following a password breach; they would introduce unnecessary overhead without directly verifying user identity.
Log-in scripts automate tasks during login but do not provide an additional authentication factor to enhance security against compromised credentials.
While one-time tokens can enhance security as a form of multi-factor authentication, biometrics offer a similarly strong and often more seamless physical method for additional device login security.
Concept tested: Multi-factor authentication, Biometric security implementation
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/identity-protection/hello-for-business/identity-protection-overview
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