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Re:Protecting SSH Keys with macOS Secure Enclave by LeBit on Wednesday November 11, 2026 @01:26AM (#50450291)
The Yubikey 5 Nano and 5C Nano DO come with touch.

The idea is precisely that you keep them permanently connected in the laptop.

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Re:Protecting SSH Keys with macOS Secure Enclave by what on Wednesday November 11, 2026 @11:42AM (#50455442)
Touch is not the same as biometrics. I think they’re saying that leaving it plugged in means that anyone that can unlock your computer can also use/touch your yubikey.
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