FIDO2

Concept

The open authentication standard, including WebAuthn and CTAP, that defines how passkeys and security keys work.

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Key points about FIDO2

FIDO2 security keys, Windows Hello and the Microsoft Authenticator app are the main methods explained. · Passkeys vs Passwords in Microsoft Entra ID
Passwordless options such as FIDO2 security keys, plus multifactor authentication, reduce risk and bring cost savings. · Replace Hard-Coded SQL Logins in Azure App…

Episodes about FIDO2

Passkeys and FIDO2 - Simply Explained

2026-10-28 · Video on YouTube

Passwords and one-time codes can still be phished, and Microsoft is now making passkeys the default sign-in for Microsoft 365. This Simply Explained episode is for everyday users and IT admins who want to understand passkeys and FIDO2 without the jargon. You…

Passkeys vs Passwords in Microsoft Entra ID

2025-11-03 · Video on YouTube

This episode explains how organizations are moving away from passwords by using passwordless authentication with Microsoft Entra ID. It opens with eye-opening data on credential theft, then breaks down how FIDO2 security keys, Windows Hello, and the Microsoft…

Replace Hard-Coded SQL Logins in Azure App Service

2025-11-03 · Video on YouTube

In this episode, we break down the essential steps for securing web applications on Microsoft Azure, focusing on Azure App Service and its built-in security capabilities. You’ll learn what Azure App Service is, why it’s a powerful platform-as-a-service (PaaS)…

Timeline of episodes about FIDO2

Articles about FIDO2 (5)

The Ultimate Guide to Passwordless Authentication in Microsoft 365
2026-08-27 · Mirko Peters
Welcome back, listeners and readers! If you tuned into our latest podcast episode, you know we dove deep into one of the most pressing cybersecurity topics of our t…
Passkeys (FIDO2) Authentication Method in Microsoft Entra ID
2026-08-24 · Mirko Peters
Learn to implement FIDO2 passkey authentication in Entra ID. Prepare for passkeys to become the default sign-in experience with this powerful authenticator method.
MFA and Passwordless Authentication Guide for Modern Enterprises
2026-05-04 · Mirko Peters
Extend your security with passwordless MFA. Learn to implement phishing-resistant, ID-based authentication leveraging Entra to ditch traditional usernames and passwords.
Passkeys vs FIDO2: In-Depth Comparison for Secure, Passwordless Authentication
2026-04-26 · Mirko Peters
Compare passkeys and FIDO2 security keys for phishing-resistant passwordless authentication, WebAuthn, Microsoft Entra ID, recovery, and enterprise deployment.
FIDO2 Key Not Recognized: Troubleshooting and Solutions for Microsoft Environments
2026-04-23 · Mirko Peters
There’s nothing more frustrating than plugging in your FIDO2 security key and getting, well, nothing in return. This is a common situation in Microsoft 365, A…

Frequently asked questions

Which passwordless methods work with Microsoft Entra ID?

The episode explains FIDO2 security keys, Windows Hello and the Microsoft Authenticator app. Each replaces the password with something tied to a device or biometric, giving a simpler and stronger sign-in. · From the episode: Passkeys vs Passwords in Microsoft Entra ID

Why move to passwordless authentication in Azure?

The notes cite that weak passwords contribute to 30 percent of global data breaches and that 80 percent of breaches are linked to passwords. Passwordless methods such as FIDO2 security keys reduce that risk. · From the episode: Replace Hard-Coded SQL Logins in Azure App…

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Maintained by Mirko Peters (Microsoft MVP) · Last updated: 2026-11-03