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- What are the 2 factors in 2FA?
- Which are factors used to verify a user with multi-factor authentication?
- How to test MFA authentication?
What are the 2 factors in 2FA?
Two-factor authentication methods rely on a user providing a password as the first factor and a second, different factor -- usually either a security token or a biometric factor, such as a fingerprint or facial scan.
Which are factors used to verify a user with multi-factor authentication?
The three most common kinds of factors are: Something you know - Like a password, or a memorized PIN. Something you have - Like a smartphone, or a secure USB key. Something you are - Like a fingerprint, or facial recognition.
How to test MFA authentication?
Open two different browsers and go to log in. Get to the 2FA screen in one browser, entering the user's password. In the other browser, log in fully and change the user's password. In the first browser, correctly finish 2FA authentication and try to log in without re-entering the user's password.
