
What is 2FA (two-factor authentication)? - IBM
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a way of verifying a user’s identity by asking for exactly two pieces of proof, such as the password to an online account (the first factor) and a one-time passcode from an …
What is MFA (multifactor authentication)? - IBM
MFA systems can use multiple types of authentication factors, and true MFA systems use at least two different types of factors. Using different types of factors is considered more secure than using …
Was ist 2FA (Zwei-Faktor-Authentifizierung)? - IBM
Bei der Zwei-Faktor-Authentifizierung (2FA) wird die Identität eines Benutzers verifiziert, indem zwei Nachweise verlangt werden, z. B. ein Online-Kontopasswort und ein einmaliger Passcode.
Ways to secure the user session - IBM
Two-factor and fingerprint authentication Enforce the use of a second authentication factor to prevent an attacker from impersonating a legitimate user through theft or forgery of any single authentication …
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) - IBM
Additional sign-on factor security attribute The Additional sign-on factor security attribute indicates if MFA is enabled on your system. Authentication methods Authentication methods cause additional …
What is biometric authentication? - IBM
Types of biometric authentication All authentication systems rely on authentication factors, or pieces of evidence that prove a person is who they say they are. Biometric authentication specifically uses …
What Is FIDO (Fast Identity Online) Authentication? | IBM
FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication is a set of open standards for passwordless authentication for websites, applications and online services.
What is authentication? - IBM
What is authentication? In a computer system, authentication (“auth” for short) is the process that verifies that a user is who they claim to be. Most authentication systems rely on authentication …
Authentication vs. authorization: What’s the difference? - IBM
Authentication verifies a user’s identity, while authorization gives the user the right level of access to system resources.
Two-factor authentication - IBM
You can allow users to register more than one second factor like RFID card and smart card, or to easily switch from one second factor to another factor. Users can have multiple authentication factors …