18-07-2025
Windows 11 Update KB5062553 Breaks FIDO2 Security Key Management
A recent Windows 11 update — KB5062553 — appears to have introduced a critical issue affecting FIDO2 security key management. Update as of 12 September 2025 – This issue is resolved in Windows 11 24H2 (build 26100.6584, KB5065426).
Now Available: Token2 Bio3 – The First Biometric FIDO2 Key with Dual USB-A/USB-C Interface and iOS Fingerprint Management
Only a handful of countries have adopted FIDO2 for secure authentication in public services. Switzerland’s AGOV platform was one of the early adopters, and it officially supports Token2 FIDO2 keys. We’re pleased to announce that Austria is now following suit.
Token2 has signed the FIDO Alliance Passkey Pledge - a commitment to supporting and promoting passkeys for simpler, stronger sign-ins.
Microsoft Entra has recently updated its time drift allowances for TOTP, reducing the window to approximately 2 minutes. This change may impact users of hardware tokens that have not been used for an extended period.
When setting up a passkey on Windows, the standard authentication dialog often presents multiple options for storing credentials.
We are thrilled to announce that our
At Token2, we work to provide organizations with easy-to-use tools. We're excited to share our new manual on FIDO2 Key Automated Registration for Entra ID.
After encountering issues with other carriers, we partnered with Nova Poshta for deliveries to Ukraine. Successful test shipments now allow us to proudly offer faster, more reliable delivery with better tracking and service for our Ukrainian customers.
A recent update to Microsoft Entra ID now allows end-users to self-service hardware OATH tokens, removing the need for administrators to manually activate them. Admins can upload hardware tokens into a "public repository" via Graph API, allowing users to assign tokens to their accounts independently.
The latest iOS 18.1 release has introduced an unexpected issue affecting FIDO2.1 Final keys, rendering them incompatible with the new update. This issue is not limited to Token2's security keys but impacts devices from all manufacturers adhering to the FIDO2.1 final specification.
We want to assure you that we do not use Infineon chips, which are affected by the EUCLEAK side-channel attack recently identified by
Just a quick reminder: our FIDO2.1 Manager tool, your go-to solution for managing FIDO2 credentials securely, is fully open source! Both the Windows version, created with PowerShell, and a Linux (C++ and Python) version are available.
Whether to require a PIN when using a FIDO2 security key depends on various factors, including the service provider's authentication settings. This results in situations where some services always prompt for a PIN, while others never do - so we have decided to clarify these aspects.
Bitwarden's latest upgrade introduces passkeys, such as FIDO2 keys and platform authenticators, enhancing both security and user convenience for vault encryption and decryption tasks with PRF capabilities.
We're excited to introduce Token2 PIN+ Release 2, our latest FIDO2 Key that boasts an unmatched advantage: the ability to store up to 300 passkeys (aka resident keys). This significant capacity provides unparalleled flexibility and convenience for managing your online accounts securely.
In response to a glaring gap in the market, we are thrilled to introduce the first standalone FIDO2.1 Passkey Management Tool for Windows. Fueled by the necessity for a user-friendly solution, our tool addresses the discomfort users face with command line tools and Chromium-based methods.
Microsoft has recently unveiled a groundbreaking development in user authentication, introducing a game-changing feature of Microsoft Authenticator, at least for accounts protected with FIDO2 Security Keys.