diff --git a/windows/security/identity-protection/hello-for-business/microsoft-compatible-security-key.md b/windows/security/identity-protection/hello-for-business/microsoft-compatible-security-key.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..fb9afb773b --- /dev/null +++ b/windows/security/identity-protection/hello-for-business/microsoft-compatible-security-key.md @@ -0,0 +1,31 @@ +--- +title: Microsoft-compatible security key +description: Windows 10 enables users to sign in to their device using a security key. How is a Microsoft-compatible security key different (and better) than any other FIDO2 security key +keywords: FIDO2, security key, CTAP, Hello, WHFB +ms.prod: w10 +ms.mktglfcycl: deploy +ms.sitesec: library +ms.pagetype: security, mobile +author: aabhathipsay +ms.author: aathipsa +ms.localizationpriority: medium +ms.date: 11/14/2018 +--- +# What is a Microsoft-compatible security key? +> [!Warning] +> Some information relates to pre-released product that may change before it is commercially released. Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the information provided here. + + +Microsoft has been aligned with the [FIDO Alliance](https://fidoalliance.org/) with a mission to replace passwords with an easy to use, strong 2FA credential. We have been working with our partners to extensively test and deliver a seamless and secure authentication experience to end users. + +The [FIDO2 CTAP specification](https://fidoalliance.org/specs/fido-v2.0-id-20180227/fido-client-to-authenticator-protocol-v2.0-id-20180227.html) contains a few optional features and extensions which are crucial to provide that seamless and secure experience. + +A security key **MUST** implement the following features and extensions from the FIDO2 CTAP protocol to be Microsoft-compatible: + +| #
| Feature / Extension trust
| Why is this required?
| +| --- | --- | --- | +| 1 | Resident key | This feature enables the security key to be portable, where your credential is stored on the security key | +| 2 | Client pin | This feature enables you to protect your credentials with a second factor and applies to security keys that do not have an user interface| +| 3 | hmac-secret | This extension ensures you can sign-in to your device when it's off-line or in airplane mode | +| 4 | Multiple accounts per RP | This feature ensures you can use the same security key across multiple services like Microsoft Account (MSA) and Azure Active Directory (AAD) | +