While strong passwords are essential, more safeguards are needed in today’s cyber landscape riddled with breaches and sophisticated threats. Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds a simple extra layer that all companies should embrace.
Enabling 2FA requires users to enter a randomly generated access code from their phone or email along with their password when logging into an account. So even if credentials are compromised, hackers miss the secondary code required to get in.
At CMIT Solutions, we advise businesses of all sizes to implement two-factor authentication in addition to rigorous password protocols. The minor inconvenience to users is worth it for the dramatic security boost it provides against ransomware, phishing attempts, and identity theft.
And modern 2FA options via SMS text, biometrics, hardware keys, or authentication apps make obtaining and entering temporary codes pretty painless. Push notifications on mobile devices streamline it even further.
While strong passwords are still crucial, augmenting them with 2FA helps eliminates the risk of stolen credentials being used to infiltrate systems and data. Compared to the financial, legal and PR consequences of lax security, simple authentication methods like 2FA are a no-brainer.
See how CMIT Solutions can transform scattered vulnerable credentials into an easy-to-manage fortress. Book a free 15-minute call with me to discuss options tailored to your technical environment and budget.
