In an effort to increase the security of personal identity and data, as well as the university’s data, all University of Nebraska–Lincoln students, faculty and staff will be required to use two-factor authentication by Duo. Two-factor will be required to access web-based university services, such as Canvas, Box, MyRed and email.
The deadline to enroll in two-factor is Oct. 5. Between Oct. 5-9, a subset of students, faculty and staff who have not yet enrolled will automatically be enrolled each day, depending on the first letter of their last name.
Enrollment is available online.
The university is beginning to require two-factor authentication because cyberattacks targeting faculty, staff and students are an ongoing threat. In 2018, 81% of cyberattacks were executed by taking advantage of weak or stolen passwords. Two-factor authentication is the best way to mitigate attacks on weak or stolen passwords.
How do I use two-factor authentication?
Visit True You to enroll.
You can use two-factor in a number of ways. Choose the authentication method that is most convenient for you on the device of your choice.
After you’ve entered your credentials, a second factor of authentication will be sent to you by whichever method you chose during your two-factor enrollment.
After approving the second factor, you’ll be logged in.
The university’s two-factor authentication is provided by Duo. If you’re already using the Duo app to log in to your services, that means you’re already enrolled.
Find more information about two-factor, including FAQs, video tutorials and instructions on how to register, online.
Need help? Contact the Huskertech Help Center at 402-472-3970 or support@nebraska.edu.
