Don’t let stolen passwords compromise your data. Add an additional layer of security to reduce your risk
Cisco Duo with AllConnected is the easiest way to implement and manage multi-factor authentication. Designed for the modern workforce and backed by a zero trust philosophy, Duo is Cisco’s user-friendly, scalable access security platform that keeps your business ahead of ever-changing security threats.
The most popular MFA option on the planet is SMS (Short Messaging Service), where an authenticating server sends a 4-6-digit text code to your cell phone.
Cybercriminals typically don’t have access to your physical phone, so SMS seems strong. Unfortunately, they don’t need your phone if they can mirror your cell phone’s SIM, and intercept that text message.
Cisco Duo levels-up your MFA to mitigate the impact of “malicious SIM swaps.”
Cisco Duo authentication offers a variety of authentication options.
The push notification option is more effective because it requires a timely response on the downloaded phone app instead of a code. So it’s not only the most safe, it’s also the least restrictive.
Companies can’t hook up retinal scanners to everyone, but a push notification to cell phone is reasonable. It’s easy to use, and easy to implement.
Richard Pressler
AllConnected CTO and Chief Architect