Authors : Rajesh Kumar

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 7 - July

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24JUL541

Abstract : Passwords and other old authentication mechanisms are becoming less secure as cybersecurity threats continue to change. By utilizing distinctive physical or behavioral characteristics to confirm the identification of anyone gaining access to sensitive data or systems, biometric authentication is a viable alternative (Bhattacharyya, Ranjan, Alisherov, & Choi, 2009). The purpose of this article is to investigate how biometric authentication might improve cybersecurity. It emphasizes the benefits of biometrics, such as their better user experience, multi-factor authentication capabilities, and uniqueness and non-replicability (Bhattacharyya, Ranjan, Alisherov, & Choi, 2009). Concerns and restrictions, including possible vulnerabilities and privacy issues, are also covered in the article. It also covers important factors to consider while implementing biometric authentication, such as safe processing and storage of biometric data (Bhattacharyya, Ranjan, Alisherov, & Choi, 2009). Biometrics are essential for bolstering cybersecurity and reducing the dangers connected with password-related issues since they offer a dependable and secure means of user verification. All things considered, biometric authentication provides a reliable and practical way to confirm user identities, strengthening an organization's security posture and shielding confidential data from unwanted access.

Keywords : Password, Authentication Mechanisms, Cyber Security Threats, Biometric Authentication, Vulnerability.

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