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| − | + | === What is Multifactor authentication? === | |
| + | Multifactor authentication (MFA) uses two different forms of authentication: what you know, such as a password, and what you have, such as the [[Microsoft Authenticator Setup|Microsoft Authenticator app]]. | ||
| − | === | + | === Is MFA required? === |
| + | Yes, MFA is required. See the [[Multi-Factor Authentication - User Guide/FAQ|User Guide/FAQ]] for more information. | ||
| + | ===Why do I need to use MFA?=== | ||
| + | Multifactor authentication can protect access to your account, personal information, and college data if a malicious actor obtains your password. Having multiple requirements to verify identity when logging into services is the best form of protection against phishing attacks, which have become much more common in the last few years. | ||
| − | + | ===Getting Started with MFA=== | |
| − | ==== | + | * [https://evergreen0.sharepoint.com/:l:/s/MFAImplementationProject/FMq18oU7Yj5Jp6axwy4iW1UBHFvcxK8_-ha1RsTqyg8rkg?nav=YzQ3MWM2NDUtNTA3NS00Mzg4LTg3ZTYtOWFlMTAwODA5OTZj Request MFA activation] (Microsoft form) |
| − | + | * [[MFA for New Users|New MFA Users]] or those newly required to use MFA | |
| − | + | * Learn how to [[Microsoft Authenticator Setup|Setup the Microsoft Authenticator App]] | |
| + | * More answers about MFA? See: [[Multifactor Auth - Frequently Asked Questions|MFA Frequently Asked Questions]] | ||
| − | + | ===Connect to the Evergreen Secure network to make MFA more robust=== | |
| − | + | * On your phone connect to [https://helpwiki.evergreen.edu/wiki/index.php/Connecting_to_the_Network Evergreen Secure] Wi-Fi network. | |
| + | * You can also turn on Wi-Fi Calling on your phone for more robust MFA service. Search the Settings on your phone to turn on Wi-Fi Calling. | ||
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Latest revision as of 13:34, 17 November 2025
What is Multifactor authentication?
Multifactor authentication (MFA) uses two different forms of authentication: what you know, such as a password, and what you have, such as the Microsoft Authenticator app.
Is MFA required?
Yes, MFA is required. See the User Guide/FAQ for more information.
Why do I need to use MFA?
Multifactor authentication can protect access to your account, personal information, and college data if a malicious actor obtains your password. Having multiple requirements to verify identity when logging into services is the best form of protection against phishing attacks, which have become much more common in the last few years.
Getting Started with MFA
- Request MFA activation (Microsoft form)
- New MFA Users or those newly required to use MFA
- Learn how to Setup the Microsoft Authenticator App
- More answers about MFA? See: MFA Frequently Asked Questions
Connect to the Evergreen Secure network to make MFA more robust
- On your phone connect to Evergreen Secure Wi-Fi network.
- You can also turn on Wi-Fi Calling on your phone for more robust MFA service. Search the Settings on your phone to turn on Wi-Fi Calling.
Multifactor Auth
- About MFA
- MFA for New Users
- Microsoft Authenticator Setup
- MFA - Alternative Authentication
- MFA - User Guide/FAQ
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