How TraitWare Secures the Modern Enterprise Against Credential-Based Attacks
Executive Summary
As cyber threats evolve, credential-based attacks remain the leading cause of enterprise breaches. Despite advancements in security tools, most organizations still rely heavily on usernames and passwords or ‘legacy’ multi-factor authentication (MFA) methods that are vulnerable to phishing. Protecting endpoints—particularly those devices running Windows and macOS—is now a mission-critical priority. These devices are the gateway to sensitive data, applications, and enterprise infrastructure.
This white paper explores why phishing-resistant MFA for endpoints is a vital control to reduce business risk, meet compliance and insurance requirements, and harden enterprise security. It then outlines how TraitWare delivers this protection natively for both Windows and macOS platforms with true passwordless, phishing-resistant authentication.
The Risk: Endpoint Compromise Through Phishable Authentication
1. The Endpoint: Cybersecurity’s First Battleground
Endpoints—especially user laptops and desktops—are the primary vectors for cyberattacks. Whether an employee is in the office or remote, a compromised endpoint can grant attackers access to:
-Internal networks and applications
-Sensitive customer or financial data
-Administrative controls and system configurations
2. MFA Alone Is No Longer Enough
While MFA is a known best practice, not all MFA is created equal. Most MFA solutions still rely on:
– Passwords + SMS/email codes (easily intercepted or socially engineered)
–Authenticator apps with OTPs (susceptible to phishing and push fatigue attacks)
In fact, the FIDO Alliance and CISA have made it clear: only phishing-resistant MFA can be trusted to mitigate credential-based threats effectively.
3. Compliance and Insurance Are Raising the Bar
Cyber insurers and regulatory bodies now demand stronger controls:
-Cyber insurance underwriters require phishing-resistant MFA to underwrite or renew policies.
-Frameworks like NIST 800-63 and CISA Zero Trust Maturity Model emphasize phishing-resistant factors.
-PCI DSS 4.0 and HIPAA are moving toward passwordless or more secure MFA standards.
Without phishing-resistant protection at the endpoint login level, organizations leave a major gap in their security posture.
TraitWare: Phishing-Resistant MFA for Windows and macOS
TraitWare offers a next-generation Phishing Resistant MFA solution that provides strong, phishing-resistant authentication starting at the point of login—on both Windows and macOS endpoints.
Key Features and Benefits:
✅ Real Passwordless Access on Windows endpoints,
-Removes passwords entirely—no password storage or recovery to exploit
-Eliminates attack vectors like keylogging, brute force, and password reuse
✅ Phishing resistant MFA for macOS
-Protect the required Mac FileVault login
-Phishing Resistant MFA added at cold boot login
-Phishing resistant MFA for privilege elevation
✅ Phishing-Resistant by Design
-Aligned with FIDO2 standards
-No shared secrets or OTPs that can be phished or intercepted
✅ Endpoint Protection from the Ground Up
-TraitWare login replaces the traditional credential screen at OS level
-Integrates with Windows and macOS native login systems
-Ensures strong identity assurance before the user ever accesses apps or networks
✅ One Identity for Everything
-Single login to device and all connected systems (SSO)
-Centralized authentication across cloud, VPN, RDP, and on-premise apps
✅ Meets and Exceeds Compliance Standards
-Aligns with NIST 800-63-3, CISA Zero Trust, and cyber insurance mandates
-Helps achieve compliance for industries like healthcare, finance, and education
✅ User-Friendly Experience
-Biometric login via smartphone
-Transparent factors deliver invisible security delivering zero friction login
Conclusion
Securing endpoints with phishing-resistant MFA is no longer optional—it is essential. As threats increase and regulations tighten, businesses must act proactively to protect their users, data, and operations.
TraitWare delivers the only solution you need to ensure phishing-resistant access to Windows and macOS endpoints—reducing your risk, simplifying your user experience, and future-proofing your enterprise security.
About TraitWare
TraitWare delivers next-gen passwordless MFA and SSO solutions for the enterprise. Designed for high security and ease of use, TraitWare eliminates all shareable secrets from login, while simplifying and securing access across cloud and on-premise environments.
To learn more or request a demo, visit www.traitware.com