Protection against phishing and online account theft - YubiKey 5Ci

The YubiKey 5Ci is a modern security key that protects online accounts from phishing, cyber attacks and data theft. It comes with USB-C and Lightning connectors, so it can be used to log in via both Windows, Android and Linux devices, as well as Apple hardware - iPhones, iPads and iPods.

The Internet is the workplace of many journalists and other public figures. Platforms such as Facebook and Twitter are effective tools for communicating with a multitude of audiences, but they also have weaknesses. Social media accounts and mobile apps are vulnerable to cyber attacks that can take over login credentials. In order to protect against them, it is worth using a modern authentication method offered by Yubiko. The YubiKey 5Ci security key not only protects your online accounts, but also significantly speeds up logging in by removing the need to type in the access password.

Key Features of YubiKey 5 5Ci Security Key

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  Strong authentication

  YubiKey 5Ci uses hardware and cryptographic authentication to provide secure passwordless login. It can also become part of multi-step authentication.

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  One-button login

  To use secure authentication, simply plug the dongle into a USB-C or Lightning port and press a button. Logging in with YubiKey is technically error-free and up to 4 times faster than other authentication methods. Only the holder of the physical key has access to the login credentials.

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  Websites and mobile applications

  The key enables secure logging in to social networking sites (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube) and mobile applications (including mobile banking). It also secures data stored in the cloud (Dropbox, Google Drive, One Drive) and is compatible with Google, Microsoft and Salesforce services.

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  Two types of connector

  YubiKey 5Ci has two types of connectors:

  • USB-C - Windows, Mac OS and Linux computers, Android smartphones,
  • Lightning – iPhone, iPod, iPad.
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  Waterproof

  YubiKey 5Ci is protected by a waterproof case that is crushproof and drop-proof.

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  Security protocols

  The device supports the security protocols: WebAuthn, FIDO2 CTAP1, FIDO2 CTAP2, Universal 2nd Factor (U2F), Smart card (PIV-compatible), Yubico OTP, OATH - HOTP (Event), OATH - TOTP (Time), Open PGP, Secure Static Password.

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  Operation without battery or software

  The key is ready to use at any time - it works without batteries, software or drivers.