User permissions and two-factor authentication are crucial components of a solid security infrastructure. They can reduce the risk of malicious or accidental insider activities, minimize the impact of data breaches and help ensure compliance with regulations.
Two factor authentication (2FA) is a process that requires a user to enter a credential in two categories to log into their account. This could be something that the user knows (passwords PIN codes, passwords or security questions) or something they’ve got (one-time verification code that is sent to their mobile, or an authenticator application) or something they have (fingerprints face, fingerprints, or retinal scan).
Most often, 2FA is a subset of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) which is comprised of numerous more components than just two. MFA is a requirement in certain industries like healthcare banking, ecommerce, and healthcare (due to HIPAA regulations). The COVID-19 epidemic has created a new urgency for businesses that require two-factor authentication for remote workers.
Enterprises are living organisms and their security infrastructures are constantly evolving. New access points are introduced each day, roles change as well as hardware capabilities change and complex systems reach the hands of everyday users. It is important to review your two-factor authentication method regularly to ensure that it can keep up with the changes. Adaptive authentication is a method to accomplish this. It’s a type of contextual authentication, which activates policies based on time, place and how a login request is processed. Duo offers a centralized administrator dashboard that lets you easily manage and set the policies of these kinds.