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SB105 Uses a security key
Security keys are USB keys or dongles that work as an advanced form of multi-factor authentication. Using them makes it very difficult for unauthorized people to gain access to online accounts. https//securityplanner.consumerreports.org/tool/use-a-security-key-for-strongest-mfa
Why is it important?
Using a security key is an additional lay of authentication for logins. This will help prevent account compromise and data theft.
Priority Tier
Behaviours in SebDB are ranked by their impact on risk. Tier 1 behaviours have the biggest impact, Tier 4 behaviours the least.
Risk Mitigated
Physical Damage
Physical damage is the damage, destruction or theft of devices and other hardware.
Data Theft
Data theft is the intentional stealing of data.
Account Compromise
Account compromise happens when unauthorised people access them.
Further reading
https://blog.1password.com/hardware-security-keys-explained/
https://locker.io/blog/what-are-hardware-security-keys