Multi-Factor Authentication

By Abby ClobridgeJune 20, 2017June 24, 2017 Information Security Password Management

When implemented properly, multi-factor authentication dramatically strengthens security defenses, making it much more difficult for attackers to use stolen credentials.

LastPass Authenticator Security Evaluation

By Eric SmithMarch 21, 2016June 23, 2017 Information Security LastPass, Multi-Factor Authentication, Password Management, Proactive Information Security

In March of 2016, LastPass announced the availability of LastPass Authenticator, a smartphone app that provides push-based multi-factor authentication (MFA) for users of their cloud-based password management service.

LastPass Authenticator Security Review: Part 2

By Eric SmithMarch 21, 2016June 25, 2017 Information Security LastPass, Multi-Factor Authentication, Password Management, Proactive Information Security

Part 2 of our in-depth review of the LastPass Authenticator.

LastPass Authenticator Security Review: Part 1

By Eric SmithMarch 21, 2016June 25, 2017 Information Security LastPass, Multi-Factor Authentication, Password Management, Proactive Information Security

We took an in-depth look at the architecture, communications, and security of the LastPass Authenticator app in our lab in order to better understand the technology being used and whether or not the security is adequate for protecting a high-value asset such as LastPass.