Research

Latest developments and information regarding password and authentication research.

The Authentication Research Paper Index is an ongoing effort to compile and share a comprehensive, but curated, index of password and authentication related research papers produced by academic and industry experts. These studies of human behavior and innovative system improvements offer insights into more effective practices and technologies for the future.

The Authentication Statistics Index provides a quick way to find answers to popular questions like "How often do other organizations require employees to change passwords," or "What percentage of businesses are using smart cards". You'll currently find hundreds of useful statistics that can be browsed by category, topic, and source. Take a look and see if the data helps you make your case for strengthening authentication practices.