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title: 'How do passkeys align with standards like NIST or ISO?'
description: 'Discover how passkeys meet security standards like NIST and ISO, ensuring compliance with best practices in enterprise authentication.'
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# How do passkeys align with standards like NIST or ISO?

## How Do Passkeys Align with Security Standards Like NIST or ISO?

Passkeys are designed to comply with leading security standards such as
[NIST](https://www.corbado.com/blog/nist-passkeys) (National Institute of Standards and Technology) and ISO
(International Organization for Standardization). They offer robust security features that
align with the requirements of these frameworks, ensuring organizations can meet
compliance while enhancing their authentication systems.

### Alignment with NIST Guidelines

1. **Phishing-Resistant MFA:**
    - [NIST SP 800-63B](https://www.corbado.com/faq/nist-sp-800-63b-supplement-passkey-adoption) emphasizes the
      importance of [phishing](https://www.corbado.com/glossary/phishing)-resistant authentication methods.
    - Passkeys use public-key cryptography, making them resistant to
      [phishing attacks](https://www.corbado.com/blog/3ds-authentication-failed),
      [credential stuffing](https://www.corbado.com/glossary/credential-stuffing), and replay attacks.

2. **Secure Key Storage:**
    - [NIST](https://www.corbado.com/blog/nist-passkeys) recommends hardware-backed key storage for cryptographic
      material.
    - Passkeys are stored in secure elements like TPMs or platform
      [authenticators](https://www.corbado.com/glossary/authenticator), ensuring high security.

3. **Authentication Assurance Levels:** Passkeys meet [NIST](https://www.corbado.com/blog/nist-passkeys)’s
   [AAL3](https://www.corbado.com/blog/nist-passkeys), the highest assurance level for authentication, which is
   required for sensitive systems.

### Alignment with ISO Standards

1. **Data Security (ISO/IEC 27001):** Passkeys support compliance with
   [ISO 27001](https://www.corbado.com/blog/cybersecurity-frameworks) by ensuring encryption, secure
   communication, and robust access controls.

2. **Zero-Trust Principles:** ISO 27701 emphasizes privacy and minimal data exposure.
   Passkeys adhere to this by not requiring shared secrets like passwords.

3. **Interoperability:** Passkeys align with ISO’s focus on interoperability by being
   based on the WebAuthn standard, which is globally accepted.

### Why Passkeys Are a Secure Choice

- They eliminate the risks associated with password-based systems.
- Passkeys align with the latest security standards, ensuring compliance without
  compromising user experience.
- Organizations adopting passkeys can demonstrate adherence to global security best
  practices, making them suitable for high-stakes environments.

By leveraging passkeys, businesses can confidently align with NIST and ISO standards while
providing a secure and
[user-friendly authentication](https://www.corbado.com/faq/passkey-user-experience-benefits-non-technical-audience)
experience.

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