PASSWORD-SECURITY5 MIN READ
Sort authentication methods by phishing resistance
Classify authentication methods by how resistant they are to phishing and replay.
Sort each method by phishing resistance. High phishing resistance Some protection but still transferable Low protection or no extra factor Passkey on a trusted device Hardware security key using the real site origin Authenticator-app code SMS verification code Email one-time code sent to the same inbox the attacker wants Password only Push prompt approved without checking device and location details carefully Transferable Improved Origin-bound
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