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Microsoft won't send you SMS texts for login anymore - why it's pushing passkeys instead

Text messages are a weak, vulnerable way to authenticate account logins. Soon, you'll have to switch to one of these safer, more secure methods.

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Microsoft has announced a shift away from using SMS texts for login authentication, opting instead for passkeys. This change reflects a growing recognition of SMS texts as a vulnerable method for verifying account logins. The move towards passkeys is likely intended to enhance security and reduce the risk of unauthorized access.

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