OCTATCO’s “Phishing-Resistant Multi-Attribute Authentication” recognized as Top Information Security Technologies of 2025

OCTATCO’s phishing-resistant Multi-Attribute Authentication (M2A) service is an advanced FIDO2-based authentication platform that overcomes the structural limitations of conventional one-time passwords (OTPs), SMS messages, and basic biometric authentication methods that typically rely on single factors like numbers or codes. The solution is designed to effectively counter phishing attacks and account hijacking attempts.

The M2A service offers both a highly intuitive and simple authentication process, providing an excellent user experience (UX) while delivering strong security and reliability. Unlike traditional single-factor methods, which only verify numeric codes or basic biometric data, OCTATCO’s M2A verifies various attributes such as the user's device information, digital signatures, and encryption keys. This allows users to authenticate quickly and securely without complex inputs.

Specifically, while traditional authentication methods often rely on users remembering credentials or copying and entering verification codes creating inconvenience the M2A service provides an intuitive and seamless UX where a single biometric scan or security key touch completes the authentication process.

An OCTATCO representative explained, “Rather than simply 'not harming the user experience,' we’ve optimized our security design so that authentication doesn’t disrupt workflow,” adding that, “actual clients have seen authentication time per task reduced by over 50%.”

The EzFinger fingerprint security key, built on the international FIDO2 standard, securely stores and processes fingerprint data within a tamper-resistant “secure enclave” inside the device making it virtually impossible to hack with current technologies. Every step from fingerprint enrollment and matching to authentication response generation takes place entirely within the chip, fundamentally blocking data leakage, duplication, or forgery.

OCTATCO emphasized that while both the M2A service and EzFinger security key can be used independently, they demonstrate even greater synergy when used together. The solution supports deployment across on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments. It is also built with scalability in mind, including future expansion to a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model and compliance with global regulatory standards such as those from the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

Furthermore, OCTATCO provides application programming interfaces (APIs) and standardized protocol-based integration tailored to client environments. A key strength is that integration with existing legacy systems can be completed in just one day eliminating the need for traditional, complex system integration (SI) development.

The OCTATCO representative concluded, “We will continue to drive technological innovation and service development to help organizations easily and quickly build secure, passwordless environments,” and added, “With phishing-free authentication and a one-day security transformation, OCTATCO is at the center of it all.”

[By Cho Jaehak 2jh@etnews.com]

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