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Overview
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a security approach that uses two factors to authenticate your identity when signing into a website, application or other online services. Duquesne University uses Duo to manage the second factor of MFA: something you have.
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MFA overview
MFA is a security mindset of using two factors to authenticate your identity when signing in to a website, application or other online services. These factors include something you know, like a username and password, and something you have, such as a smartphone or security key.
A common example of MFA is withdrawing money from an ATM. To gain access to your bank account, you need a bank card (something you have) and your PIN (something you know).
Duo
Duquesne University uses Duo to manage the second factor of MFA: something you have. Duo MFA allows you to authenticate into Duquesne online services, such as DORI and email, through a variety of ways, including:
You can choose which Duo authentication method you prefer each time you log in to Duquesne online services.
FAQ
Why do I need to use MFA at Duquesne?
MFA helps protect personal information stored in your DORI and email accounts, such as grades, financial information, contact information and other sensitive data from malicious cyberattacks, such as phishing emails or password guessing.
While CTS has many tools in place to combat these attacks, students and employees can still be targeted. In almost all cases, MFA can help protect your personal information and sensitive data by adding an extra layer of security to your accounts.
Which Duquesne online services require me to use Duo MFA?
The most common services that require Duo MFA include:
- Box
- Canvas
- ChromeRiver
- DORI
- Email
- GlobalProtect VPN
- Handshake
- Interfolio
- Qualtrics
- Zoom.
A full list of services that require Duo MFA is available on our Authentication Services page.
How often do I need to use Duo MFA?
If you use Duo's "Remember me" feature, you only need to use Duo MFA once per month. Otherwise, you will need to use Duo MFA each time you sign into a Duquesne online service.
What information does the Duo Mobile app collect from my device?
I don't want to install Duo Mobile on my smartphone. How else can I use MFA at Duquesne?
View our list of MFA devices and methods at Duquesne to find the option that best fits your needs.
Where can I purchase Duo hardware tokens or Yubico YubiKeys?
Hardware tokens and YubiKeys are available for purchase at the Duquesne Computer Store.
I'm traveling internationally and will not have access to cellular data. How can I use Duo MFA?
Enroll a mobile device with the Duo Mobile app installed and create a passcode. No Wi-Fi or cellular data is needed to use this feature.