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- | ====== Multi-Factor Authentication ====== | ||
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- | ==== Introduction ==== | ||
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- | We are deploying a **multi-factor authentication** (MFA) solution on all Windward corporate machines. This includes the RDS servers which many of you log into every day. | ||
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- | === What is this? === | ||
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- | MFA is a system that combines //something you know// (your password), with //something you have// (an authentication device, normally your phone). This means that to compromise your account, an attacker would need both of these things, dramatically increasing the barrier of entry. | ||
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- | === Why are we implementing this? === | ||
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- | MFA is an important line of defense against unauthorized access to our systems. If a hacker manages to obtain your password through a [[https:// | ||
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- | === What do I need? === | ||
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- | Most of you are already using [[https:// | ||
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- | ===== How to use MFA ===== | ||
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- | ==== First-time setup ==== | ||
- | To enroll for MFA, on your home computer, go to [[https:// | ||
- | <note warning> | ||
- | - Log in with your username **without @windwardsoftware.com** and your **Windows** password. (For example, if your login is // | ||
- | - Choose **Next** when prompted to add Microsoft Authenticator to your account. | ||
- | - Open Microsoft Authenticator on your phone. | ||
- | - Choose the plus button in the top right. | ||
- | - Tap **Other (Google, Facebook, etc.)** | ||
- | - Scan the QR code on your computer screen. | ||
- | - On the next page, enter the code below the entry // | ||
- | - Click Confirm, and you are enrolled! |
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