Why Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Is Important

Why Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Is Important

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Why Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Is Important

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Updated: 09/14/2024 - 5:01
Time to read: 6 minutes

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is an IT authentication technique that requires a user to present at least two factors that prove their identity.

Why Use MFA?

Cybercriminals have more than 15 billion stolen credentials to choose from. If they choose yours, they could take over your bank accounts, health care records, company secrets, and more.

Multi-factor authentication is important, as it makes stealing your information harder for the average criminal. The less enticing your data, the more likel