For years, cyber security experts have recommended augmenting usernames and passwords with multi-factor authentication (MFA) to add an additional layer of security for access control. By adopting an “MFA Everywhere” approach, organizations can establish a deterrent and ultimately minimize the risk of lateral movement of threat actors across networks. Many seem to have adopted this best practice.
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Reality Check on the Demise of Multi-Factor Authentication
For years, cyber security experts have recommended augmenting usernames and passwords with multi-factor authentication (MFA) to add an additional layer of security for access control. By adopting an “MFA Everywhere” approach, organizations can establish a deterrent and ultimately minimize the risk of lateral movement of threat actors across networks. Many seem to have adopted this best practice. The post Reality Check on the Demise of Multi-Factor Authentication appeared first on SecurityWeek.
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