Phishing, reused passwords and data breaches at other sites all expose credentials. A second factor means a stolen password alone is not enough to sign in.
Security
AchiveX Editorial Team2 min read
Why multi factor authentication should come first
Of all the security controls a small business can add, this one gives the most protection for the effort.
AchiveX Editorial Team2 min read
Multi factor authentication asks users for a second proof of identity, such as an app prompt or a hardware key, in addition to a password. It is one of the most effective controls against account takeover.
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Passwords get stolen
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Where to turn it on
Start with email, remote access and administrator accounts, then extend to every business application that supports it.
- Email and office suite accounts
- VPN and remote desktop
- Cloud provider consoles
- Finance and payroll systems
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Choose stronger methods
App based prompts and hardware security keys resist phishing better than SMS codes. Use them where possible, especially for administrators.
