A company wants to increase the security of mobile device authentication without degrading user experience. They currently use a 4-digit PIN. Which option provides a better balance of security and usability?

Implement a 6-digit PIN with a longer timeout and automatic lock after 5 failed attempts.

Keep the 4-digit PIN but add a longer timeout before locking.

Use fingerprint authentication only, without a fallback PIN.

Require a complex alphanumeric password that changes every 30 days.

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A company wants to increase the security of mobile device authentication without degrading user experience. They currently use a 4-digit PIN. Which option provides a better balance of security and usability?

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