Yes, SMS Two Factor Authentication is Broken; Use it Anyway

Описание: ➡️ SMS for Two Factor Authentication has some serious security vulnerabilities, but does that mean you should always avoid it? No.

Recently publicized exploits in SMS messaging do cause concern, and if you have the ability to use alternative forms of two-factor authentication, you should. Regardless, even with known exploits, using SMS for two-factor authentication remains more secure than not using two-factor authentication at all.

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Chapters:
0:00​ SMS is Broken
0:59 Service Redirects SMS
2:15​ SIM Swapping
2:53​ Analogy Bank Robbery
4:19 Two Factor Protects You
5:52 Use Something Better If You Can

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