4 Ways to Keep MFA From Becoming too Much of a Good Thing

Summary: Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is becoming a standard security measure for businesses but faces various challenges that hinder its universal implementation. These challenges include perceptions of cost, user experience issues, hidden pitfalls in deployment, and the understanding that MFA is not infallible. A successful MFA strategy requires careful planning, balancing costs, and prioritizing user experience while integrating it into a broader security approach.

Affected: Businesses adopting multi-factor authentication

Keypoints :

• MFA is viewed as a cost center, with expenses for third-party solutions and training overshadowing its security benefits.
• User experience suffers due to additional steps required for authentication, which can be alleviated by combining MFA with Single Sign-On (SSO).
• Implementing MFA presents hidden challenges such as scalability, offline access, and connectivity issues that need consideration.
• No single MFA method is foolproof; each has vulnerabilities that can be exploited, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive security strategy.