Show HN: Pinpam, TPM2-backed pin authentication for Linux(github.com)
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Show HN: Pinpam, TPM2-backed pin authentication for Linux
https://github.com/RazeLighter777/pinpam
I made pinpam, a PAM module and utility to enable authentication on Linux with a brute-force resistant, TPM2-backed pin, intended to supplement (not replace) traditional password based Unix authentication. I created this because I wanted the convenience of a phone-like PIN unlock for my Linux device, with improved security over existing solutions like simply setting your password to a number. Generally a pin is less secure than a strong password, but they can be more convenient and easier for users to embrace. Please carefully consider your threat model when implementing any authentication service.
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