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The best authenticator app isn’t from Google or Microsoft — it's actually open-source

Aegis Authenticator is open source with a public codebase. With closed-source options like Google or Microsoft Authenticator, ...
PC World

Google Authenticator’s long-awaited cloud 2FA feature carries hidden risk

Google Authenticator first launched in 2010, and the app—which stores and generates two-factor authentication (2FA) codes—lacked backups and multi-device support for years. It made transferring phones ...
MacRumors

PSA: Google Authenticator's Cloud-Synced 2FA Codes Aren't End-to-End Encrypted

Earlier this week, Google updated its Authenticator app to enable the backup and syncing of 2FA codes across devices using a Google Account. Now an examination by Mysk security researchers has found ...