The article discusses the problems with the current design of macOS dialogs for password entry, highlighting how easily they might be forged. By drawing on a myth told by Ovid, the author parallels the challenge of proving authenticity in both the ancient story and modern cybersecurity. It suggests that biometrics, like Touch ID, provide a more secure and convenient alternative to traditional password dialogs, analogous to a more foolproof method of proving identity, thus avoiding the tragic fate of Semele.