Information Security: Partner with IT to protect sensitive data
As University employees, we are all responsible for protecting the sensitive information that we collect from students, community members, and business partners alike. Whether serving as a department assistant, health services professional, or in many other roles, we must ensure proper handling of confidential data as part our daily routines.

Why are we implementing 2-Step Verification?
2-Step Verification protects accounts against phishing, social engineering, password attacks and secures your logins from attackers exploiting weak or stolen credentials. 2-Step Verification with DUO is designed to protect your account by making it harder for a hacker to masquerade as an authorized user. 2-Step Verification will add a second level of protection to your account and the sensitive data you access to remain protected, even if your credentials are stolen.

Technology Services has started implementing 2-Step Verification at Fresno State in phases. The first groups were early adopters and those with access to Fresno State’s Common Financial System [CFS]. Our goal is to have all employees, faculty, staff and student assistants, using 2-Step Verification by the end of 2018.

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How does 2-Step Verification Work?
2-Step Verification is a process that requires a second method of verifying your identity (authentication), in addition to a username and password. This second authentication may come in the form of a cell phone, tablet, desk phone, or a dedicated hardware token (supplied upon request). You may select whichever method works best for you.

Where can I find out more?
Learn more about 2-Step verification:
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