Duo Two-Factor Authentication
What is two-factor authentication, and why do we need it?
Two-factor authentication provides a second layer of security to any type of login, requiring extra information or a physical device to log in, in addition to your password.
By requiring two different channels of authentication, we can protect user logins from remote attacks that may exploit stolen usernames and passwords.
Login credentials are more valuable than ever and are increasingly easy to compromise. Over 90% of breaches today involve compromised usernames and passwords.Two-factor authentication enhances the security of your account by using a secondary device to verify your identity. This prevents anyone but you from accessing your account, even if they know your password.
The factors may include:
Something you know:
- A unique username and password.
Something you have:
- A smartphone with an app to approve authentication requests.
Something you are:
- Biometrics - like your fingerprint or a retina scan.
What is Duo Security?
Duo Security is a company that provides a cloud-based software service that utilizes two-factor authentication to ensure secure access to services and data. Learn more by clicking here.
How will Duo change my login experience?
When logging in to an application that is protected by Duo, you will still enter your username and password. After inputting your login information, Duo requires you to complete a method of second-factor authentication.
Duo does not replace or require you to change your username and password. Think of Duo as a layer of security added to your pre-existing login method.
Outlook will open by default when you first login. Click Next.
Click Next.
Click Next.
Enter in the password you created when first logging into your computer. Click Sign in.
Click Next.
Continue to follow the Duo prompts to setup your 2FA device.
Questions?
Please reach out to the Billion IT Helpdesk with any questions about enrolling or using Duo.