When you enable MFA in your online services (like email, bank accounts, etc.), you enter a password like your normally would, but you need to also provide an authenticator (like a text to your phone, email, face recognition, or other form) to verify your identity before the service grants you access. If your password becomes compromised, bad actors won’t be able to gain access to your accounts because they can’t match the second authenticator.
MFA is offered on almost every online service. Generally, you can turn on MFA by heading to the account settings section or in security settings. Here’s more info from CISA: cisa.gov/mfa
Now that you know what it is, you’ll see prompts for multifactor authentication all over. So whenever available, be sure to opt in.
Start by looking at the security settings on your most-used accounts. You may see options to enable MFA listed as “Two Factor Authentication,” “Multifactor Authentication,” or “Two Step Factor Authentication.” There are many ways you may be asked to provide a second form of authentication.
Popular forms of MFA include:
Text message (SMS) or voice message
Application-based MFA
Phishing-resistant MFA
Fingerprint authentication or face scan
Where to implement MFA:
Email accounts
Financial services
Social media accounts
Online stores
Gaming and streaming entertainment services
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MFA Settings for Members Choice Credit Union Here's where you can find your MFA settings to turn this on for your Members Choice Digital Banking. Login to online banking on your browser. Go to "Tools & Support" then to the "Security" tab and turn on Two-Factor Authentication. Choose and setup your MFA options from this screen anytime. |