Two-factor Authentication vs. Multifactor Authentication
Understand the differences between the authentication methods offered by LastPass.
Single-factor authentication, where you need only a username and password to verify your identity to log in, isn't secure enough. Weak passwords result in 80% of data breaches, leaving people vulnerable to phishing attempts and brute force hacks.
Don't take your chances online anymore. You can strengthen your cybersecurity practices by enabling additional factors of authentication prior to approving a login, like two-factor authentication (2FA) and multifactor authentication (MFA).
The advantages of MFA over 2FA
Protect against phishing
LastPass MFA uses contextual and biometric authentication for identity verification to protect your account from hackers.
Require different factors
By requiring multiple forms of authentication, even if a cybercriminal is able to breach one security question, they’re bound to be stopped by the next.
Simplify the user experience
With passwordless login and MFA, signing in becomes password-free. Simply approve notifications on your mobile device and you’re logged in.
Secures your business
MFA solutions are one part of a complete cybersecurity program. Pair it with single sign-on and you have a robust identity and access management solution.Want to improve your security? LastPass multifactor authentication helps. And it's built for everyone.
- Small businesses can increase security without affecting end users.
- Enterprise businesses can improve their identity and access management practices while streamlining their user experience.
- Premium users can protect themselves against brute force cyber attacks by requiring additional factors prior to login.
Along with requiring a username and a 2FA factor, MFA requires additional factors of authentication, including:
- Biometric factors – fingerprint scan, retina scan, facial recognition
- Location-based factors
- Time-based factors