IT & Cybersecurity Software · Identity, passwords & access

# Two-Step Verification (MFA)

Software that requires a second proof of identity, like an app prompt, a security key or a passkey, in addition to a password.

Also searched as: multi-factor authentication · 2FA

## What it does

- Authenticator app prompts
- Security keys and passkeys
- Number matching
- Backup codes
- Admin enforcement

### Who uses it

Every account worth protecting, especially email, banking and payroll.

### Well-known examples

Microsoft Authenticator · Google Authenticator · Duo · YubiKey

How AI is changing it

Attackers now phish one-time codes and spam push approvals, so phishing-resistant methods like passkeys and security keys are becoming the standard.

## Buy, build or connect?

- [Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Rollout](https://wisconsintechshop.com/cybersecurity/mfa-rollout/): The single best defense against stolen passwords: multi-factor sign-in on email, banking, remote access and key apps, rolled out without chaos. (From $250)
- [Hacked Email & Wire Fraud Help](https://wisconsintechshop.com/cybersecurity/business-email-compromise/): When criminals get into an email account, they hide forwarding rules and send fake invoices. We lock them out, clean up and help stop the money. (From $300)

## Related software

- [Password Manager](https://wisconsintechshop.com/software/it-security-software/password-manager/)
- [Identity & Access Management (SSO)](https://wisconsintechshop.com/software/it-security-software/identity-access-management/)

## Questions about two-step verification (MFA)

### What is two-step verification (MFA)?

Software that requires a second proof of identity, like an app prompt, a security key or a passkey, in addition to a password.

### How is AI changing two-step verification (MFA)?

Attackers now phish one-time codes and spam push approvals, so phishing-resistant methods like passkeys and security keys are becoming the standard.

## Need two-step verification (MFA) set up, connected or built?

Tell us what you use today and what you need it to do. We will tell you honestly whether to buy, build or connect, with a fixed quote.

- Big projects and small ones are all welcome
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- You own your code, data and accounts
- A client portal to track progress, invoices and payments
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