

In a moment, you will tap Scan a QR code. Prefer a video to written steps? See the video at the bottom of this section!ĭoing this part on a computer allows you to scan a QR code, the easiest set up method. What are my options for authenticating with MFA?īest Practice: set the default authentication method to the MFA app after setting up multifactor authentication, then install the Microsoft MFA app on any additional mobile devices that you own. For help or questions with Microsoft MFA authentication at UWSP, please contact the IT Service Desk.

Must be activated before you set up Microsoft MFA. With the change to Microsoft MFA, UWSP broadens its digital security footprint to further protect student, employee, and campus data. UWSP's Student Information System (SIS) and accesSPoint have previously used Duo Security to provide a secondary form of secure authentication. Microsoft MFA app on your mobile device, or entering a code generated by a security/hardware token (i.e. Microsoft MFA requires a second form of authentication such as you accepting a notification sent to the Multifactor authentication protects your personal information and data by adding a second layer of security to your current username/password logon authentication method. Why is Multifactor Authentication important? Microsoft Multifactor Authentication (MFA) is UWSP's multi-factor authentication solution and is a UW-System mandate. UWSP protects user accounts and High Risk data by requiring the use of multi-factor authentication when accessing important applications and systems.
