All users of Humboldt Information Systems will soon be required to use multi-factor authentication.
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is the process in which a person accesses a computer system or application and must prove they are who they say they are by using two forms of authentication to log in, such as (1) something they know, (2) something they have, or (3) something they are.
You can use either the Duo Mobile App, a Hardware Token, or (if you use a Macbook) TouchID to log in with Muli-factor authentication (MFA). We recommend having two devices with one acting as a backup. You can have two smart devices, like a phone and a tablet, or one smart device and a hardware token
Just like your bank requires you to confirm that you are you by sending a text or call, DUO does the same thing for your Humboldt account. By adding this important extra security layer for everyone at Humboldt, we can prevent ransomware and many other hacking attempts.
The CSU provides a license to DUO to enable us to implement this requirement. Below are some helpful tips for working with DUO [1]:
Links
[1] https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.duo.com/&sa=D&ust=1610131397247000&usg=AOvVaw0H0uG2EpRf6Y0VN7ecNRtn
[2] https://guide.duo.com/duo-restore
[3] https://guide.duo.com/add-device
[4] https://guide.duo.com/manage-devices