{"id":1418,"date":"2021-04-08T09:01:42","date_gmt":"2021-04-08T16:01:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nexthop.ca\/it-news\/?p=1418"},"modified":"2021-04-09T12:03:03","modified_gmt":"2021-04-09T19:03:03","slug":"two-factor-authentication","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nexthop.ca\/it-news\/two-factor-authentication\/","title":{"rendered":"Two-Factor Authentication"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With the rise in Internet crimes and hacking capabilities, standard passwords are no longer a strong method of protecting your information. That is why many websites, businesses, and individuals have started to utilize a type of cybersecurity measure known as <strong>two-factor authentication<\/strong>. Also known as 2FA or two-step verification, this login method is more secure and far more difficult to hack. As leading providers of <a href=\"https:\/\/nexthop.ca\/cyber-security-services.php\">cybersecurity services<\/a>, the team at Next Hop Solutions has compiled some information on what two-factor authentication is and why it is more secure than a standard password.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nexthop.ca\/it-news\/how-to-keep-data-safe-and-secure\/\">Learn more about how to keep your data safe and secure.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>What is Two-Factor Authentication?<\/h2>\n<p>There are 3 general factors for authentication. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Something you know (password, security questions, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Something you have (a phone, hardware token, or other devices).<\/li>\n<li>Something you are (fingerprint, facial recognition, etc.).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As the name implies, two-factor authentication utilizes two of these factors when logging into an account or accessing private information. Examples of two-factor authentication include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Receiving a temporary PIN via a push notification on your phone. This PIN is then entered after entering your password.<\/li>\n<li>Using your fingerprint scanner or facial recognition on your phone or laptop in conjunction with your password.<\/li>\n<li>Answering a security question on a computer and then confirming that you are trying to log in via an app on your phone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Why Should you use Two-Factor Authentication?<\/h2>\n<p>Simple passwords have been a vulnerable means of protection for decades. Though passwords are much better than no protection at all, they are weak due to:<\/p>\n<h3>Passwords are Often too Simple<\/h3>\n<p>Many users choose simple passwords that are easy to remember (\u201c123456\u201d, \u201cpassword\u201d, etc.). Unfortunately, if a password is easy to remember, it is often easy to guess. Passwords should include a capital letter, a number, and a special character to increase security.<\/p>\n<h3>Passwords are the Same for Multiple Accounts<\/h3>\n<p>In today\u2019s online world, individuals can have more than 100 accounts for websites, streaming platforms, and other services. Instead of using a unique password for one account, users will often use the same password across the board. If a hacker obtains the password for one of your accounts, they can access all of them.<\/p>\n<p>By using two-factor authentication, these weaknesses are no longer a problem. Even if hackers obtain your password, they will not be able to access your account without seeing the push notification on your device or without using your fingerprint. With a variety of apps and programs available, it is easy to set up two-factor authentication for most of your accounts. Many large companies already offer 2FA as an option, so it should be set up to maintain optimal protection. Though 2FA takes a little extra time per login, the security benefits are well worth the effort.<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about two-factor authentication and other cybersecurity services, reach out to the experts at Next Hop Solutions by phone (1-855-482-5141) or through our contact form. We will work with you to provide the perfect solutions for your online security needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the rise in Internet crimes and hacking capabilities, standard passwords are no longer a strong method of protecting your information. 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