The need to safeguard sensitive data and systems from unauthorized access is always a major concern. This is especially true for companies that handle vast amounts of documents, such as personal information, financial accounts, and proprietary business resources.

Different forms of cyberattacks are becoming more complex, and traditional single-factor authentication methods (e.g., passwords) seem to be no longer adequate to guard against these emerging threats. 

The purpose of this customizable policy, created by Maria Carrisa Sanchez for TechRepublic Premium, is to provide guidelines for using multiple forms of verification to access an organization’s sensitive information, resources, and systems.

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  ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE

  New employees will receive an email that contains detailed instructions about their enrollment in the multi-factor authentication system. Using the company credentials that were provided during onboarding, employees must access the designated multi-factor authentication registration system.

  Employees will be asked to set up their primary authentication factor by creating or confirming a secure password. Then, they will choose at least one secondary authentication factor from the following options:

  • One-time password generated by a hardware token or software application.

  • Push notifications to a registered mobile device.

  • Biometric verification (e.g., fingerprint or facial recognition).

Enhance your business security with our seven-page policy document. This is available for download at just $19. Alternatively, enjoy complimentary access with a Premium annual subscription.

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