The Knox Journals: The Passwordless Future of Security

Secure access made simple with Knox Vault, passkeys and Knox Matrix for a hyperconnected future

Being productive has never been easier, thanks to our devices. From smartphones to smart homes, our lifestyles are now incredibly connected, but as this connectivity grows, so do concerns around device and data safety.

Samsung has made it a priority to give you peace of mind when using connected device ecosystems as Knox Vault, passkeys and Knox Matrix protect you and your digital life.

Knox Vault

At Samsung, we’re constantly exploring ways to add extra layers of security to our products through software and hardware innovations. One example is our hardware-backed Knox Vault which allows you to store your most sensitive data — like PINs, passwords and biometrics — within the Knox Vault system, so that your data is isolated away from the main operating system in a platform that is protected even if your device is lost.

But we’re not stopping there. With many people now using multiple devices, we’re expanding Knox Vault to more devices[1]. You can rest assured that our technologies will constantly evolve as we continue to prioritize keeping you and your personal information safe.

Passkeys

As our device ecosystems continue to grow, we’ve all experienced the task of logging into apps and websites with passwords that are often long, complicated and easy to forget.

This is our vision for passkeys — digital credentials can be used for authentication across websites and apps, enabled by Knox Matrix with Galaxy smartphones and tablets.[2] Passkeys allow users to log in to apps and websites on Galaxy devices using Samsung Pass in Samsung Wallet.[3] This easy-to-use feature enables users to sign in with biometric authentication such as fingerprints and eliminates the need to remember current passwords or reset forgotten ones. Convenient without compromising security, passkeys mark a significant step toward a passwordless future.

You’ll also save time by no longer needing to type your account username into your device — simply select the account you wish to sign into. Once passkeys are registered, it is easy to switch over to a new connected Galaxy device as there is no need to sign in all over again. Passkeys only work on users’ registered websites and applications.

Knox Matrix

We live in an age where we’re surrounded by connected devices from our phones to TVs, and even our refrigerators. This connectivity offers exciting new opportunities but also poses an increased need for security.

That’s why we’ve built Knox Matrix, our next frontier of security and vision for the future. Knox Matrix functions as your private blockchain system where connected devices ensure security at core stages through multi-layered and intelligent cross-checking threat monitoring across compatible devices for spam, viruses, and malware.

Credential Sync secures your information when moving data from device to device in a protected cloud network, making it easier to manage multiple logins while encrypting sensitive information. By sharing credentials across devices, we aim to protect your entire device ecosystem — so you never have to sacrifice security for connectivity or convenience.

Knox Matrix offers further protection for your entire device ecosystem with Trust Chain. In Trust Chain, connected devices monitor each other for security threats, provide notifications if ever attacked and share actions taken to block the threat. Also, cross platform SDK allows devices on different operating systems to join Knox Matrix with consistent security standards. This means you can enjoy strong security across the board with Knox Matrix whether your Samsung devices are based on Android, Tizen, Windows or other operating systems.

Samsung wants you to be able to navigate this increasingly connected world freely and comfortably with Samsung Galaxy, both now and in the future. To that end, we’re committed to helping you get the most out of your digital experience with Knox Vault and Knox Matrix. As we head towards a passwordless future, these powerful solutions will ensure you’re always backed up by security you can trust.

[1]  Including but not limited to Galaxy S series, Galaxy A series, Galaxy Tab S series and more. Knox Vault availability may vary by model.

[2] Available on Galaxy smartphones and tablets with Samsung Pass, supporting One UI 6 or later.

[3] Availability of Samsung Wallet and Samsung Pass may vary depending on market or model.