Bitwarden Launches Standalone Authenticator App, Empowering All Users with Time-Based One Time Passwords for Two-Factor Authentication
01 Mayo 2024 - 9:48AM
Business Wire
Bitwarden Authenticator generates 2FA codes to
conveniently enhance security across all accounts and devices
Bitwarden, the credential management leader, today launched a
standalone app for two-factor authentication (2FA) to protect
online services and applications from unauthorized access.
Bitwarden Authenticator generates and stores time-based one-time
passwords (TOTP), enabling all users to add a second verification
layer across all accounts and devices to ensure identities are
confirmed before gaining access to critical data.
Bitwarden Authenticator benefits
Two-factor authentication is a core identity verification
measure, enabling enterprises to embrace passwords and deliver
added layers of security at scale. Bitwarden Authenticator is a
modern authentication solution that uses widely adopted standards
like TOTP verification codes to enable 2FA across accounts. This
mitigates the vulnerabilities associated with less secure 2FA
methods susceptible to phishing attacks, code interceptions, and
stolen SIM cards.
Setting the stage for Bitwarden Authenticator
Password management at home and at work is a critical first line
of defense to ensure security resilience for individuals and
organizations. The 2024 Bitwarden World Password Day survey
revealed that individual users maintain poor cybersecurity habits
in their personal lives. Twenty-five percent of global respondents
reuse passwords across 11-20+ sites and 36% use personal
information in passwords. These practices follow employees into the
workplace. Thirty-seven percent admit to risky security behaviors,
such as frequently reusing passwords for work accounts (47%);
storing passwords insecurely (35%); and using weak passwords
(39%).
Nearly a third (28%) of respondents further revealed that they
don’t use any form of multi-factor (MFA) for work accounts, with
those that do relying on easily phishable methods like SMS (50%).
Conversely, recent third party data shows organizations have room
for improvement as well, with 62% of respondents citing that MFA is
still not mandatory for the entire workforce, with almost
two-fifths failing to authenticate at least 25% of the time. The
driving force behind a lack of MFA adoption is perceived friction
that causes login failures for employees, indicating the need for a
more streamlined solution.
Bitwarden Authenticator for all
Bitwarden Authenticator ensures that everyone has access to
seamless MFA across all accounts and devices. Download it for free
today in the Apple App Store and Google Play. To download the
Bitwarden Authenticator app, visit:
https://bitwarden.com/download/#bitwarden-authenticator-mobile
About Bitwarden:
Bitwarden empowers enterprises, developers, and individuals to
safely store and share sensitive data. With a transparent,
open-source approach to password management, secrets management,
and passwordless innovations, Bitwarden makes it easy for users to
extend robust security practices to all of their online
experiences. Founded in 2016, Bitwarden is supported by a
passionate global community of security experts and enthusiasts.
The company is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, and has
a globally distributed team. Learn more at bitwarden.com.
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Mike Stolyar Director of Communications, Bitwarden
mstolyar@bitwarden.com