Important information regarding Henderson IT systems security!
For improved security measures, we will be incorporating Duo Security as a two-factor authentication solution into our existing IT infrastructure.
What is two-factor authentication?
- Two-factor authentication provides a second layer of security to any type of login, requiring extra information or a physical device to log in, in addition to your password.
- By requiring two different channels of authentication, we can protect user logins from remote attacks that may exploit stolen usernames and passwords.
What is Duo Security?
- Duo Security is a company that provides a cloud-based software service that utilizes two-factor authentication to ensure secure access to services and data.
Why do we need two-factor authentication?
- Two-factor authentication will be required to access various HSU systems including Banner, Off-Site Email access, etc.
- Login credentials are more valuable than ever and are increasingly easy to compromise.
- Over 90% of breaches today involve compromised usernames and passwords.
- Two-factor authentication enhances the security of your account by using a secondary device to verify your identity.
- This prevents anyone but you from accessing your account, even if they know our password.
- Once Two-factor authentication is fully implemented with Banner, additional systems will be added to provide a more secure system.
How will Duo change my login experience?
- When logging in to an application that is protected by Duo, such as Banner, you will still enter your username and password.
- After inputting your login information, Duo requires you to approve a Duo Push notification.
- Duo does not replace or require you to change your username and password. Think of Duo as a layer of security added to your pre-existing login method.
What do I need to do?
- To use Duo Mobile, you will need a smartphone running at least Android 8.0 or iOS 12.0.
- The Duo Mobile application makes it easy to authenticate - just tap "Approve" on the login request sent to your phone.
- You can also quickly generate login passcodes, even without an internet connection or cell service.
- If you do not meet these phone requirements, please contact the IT Helpdesk (helpdesk@hsu.edu) for further advice.
For specific instructions on downloading and setting up DUO please visit: DUO Setup Instructions