What is Multi-Factor Authenticationor MFA?

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is an access management component that requires users to prove their identity using at least two different verification factors before gaining access to a website, mobile app, or any other online resource.

How does MFA work?

This component adds a layer of protection to the login process. When an account or app is accessed, users must go through additional identity verification.

For example, in the AWS Console for Sign-in as Identity Access Management, you use the One-Time Password (OTP), as shown in the following image:

Types and/or categories of authentication used in MFA for more secure login:

• Biometrics (face analysis, fingerprints, and voice recognition).
• SMS codes.
• One-time OTP passwords.
• Swiping a card, a PIN or a fingerprint.
• Downloading a VPN client.
• Placement of a Hardware Token.

How can we help strengthen security in your organization?

From the Delivery Force area at Itera we suggest implementing different types of policies and controls to maintain and preserve the integrity and confidentiality of information, all in compliance with international regulations such as ISO/IEC 27001:2013.

Some of the policies we can implement may include:

• Access Control Policy.
• Password Policy.
• Encryption Policy.
• Data Protection Policy.

For several years, the use of MFA has been part of a security filter in the accesses of any platform or system, being a component that has demonstrated a level of responsibility both for the development of the platforms and for their users.

MFA is a service that is currently in the cloud and complements cybersecurity processes.

Do you have questions or would you like to learn more?

At Itera we can provide you with consulting services and solutions on cybersecurity, cloud and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 standard matters.

Contact a specialist: seguridad@iteraprocess.com