New biometric authentication platform eliminates the need for passwords

Passwords are increasingly being seen as inadequate for securing systems and developers are seeking better alternatives. A new SaaS platform from Pramati Technologies is aimed at providing strong authentication for mobile and web-based applications using existing device capabilities. ThumbSignIn enables enterprises and service providers to deploy strong authentication solutions that reduce reliance on passwords and protect against a range of attacks. It uses public key cryptography to securely transfer authentication information over the internet. But unlike password-based systems, the authentication takes place entirely on users' devices, and the biometric information is never transmitted to, nor stored on, the server. This… [Continue Reading]