Google Ditches SMS Verification in Gmail
Google is set to phase out its insecure SMS verification system in Gmail, switching to QR codes as a more secure alternative. The company aims to limit account hacks and spam by moving away from SMS, which has become vulnerable due to widespread abuse. By using QR codes, Google hopes to enhance security and make it harder for scammers to access accounts.
- The shift to QR codes marks an important step in modernizing authentication methods, one that could have far-reaching implications for the broader cybersecurity landscape.
- How will this change impact users who rely on SMS-based two-factor authentication, and what alternatives will Google provide to ensure seamless verification processes?