The Chromebook fingerprint sensor needs to do more
More Chrome OS devices are coming with a fingerprint sensor. There’s just one problem: A Chromebook fingerprint sensor can only do one thing, while on other platforms it can do so much more.
Authentication
Chromebooks gain native support for 2FA and faster web sign-ins with Chrome OS 88
Your Chromebook PIN or fingerprint sensor will act as a 2FA method once Chrome OS 88 rolls out. This second layer of account protection keeps you safe even if your online account credentials are compromised.
Chrome OS and Chrome getting support for biometric 2FA with CTAP2 standard
As early as Chrome version 69, you’ll be able to log into a web service without using a password but with the added security benefits of either biometrics or a PIN thanks to the coming support for CTAP2 FIDO devices.