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Terminology
- MFA. Multifactor Authentication is an identity verification method that uses information you know (your password) and something you have (authentication device) to verify your identity when logging in to ECU resources.
- Authentication device. A mobile device or landline phone used in the MFA process.
- Verification methods. Users set up a primary and secondary form of identity verification: Authenticator app number matching, phone call or text message.
What is Number Matching Verification
Number matching using the Microsoft Authenticator App is one of the options users can choose to verify their identity when logging in to ECU resources.
When a user types in their username and ECU password to log in to email, Canvas or other ECU system, numbers display in a popup on the computer screen. These numbers are typed into the "Are you trying to sign in?" Authenticator app textbox on the mobile device. The user then taps, "Yes."
Why use ?
This method is often used by banks or credit card companies as a more secure way to log in to resources as it safeguards against accidental identity approvals.