Integrating Multi-factor Authentication into your Web or Mobile App

Today, we all understand the importance of information protection in this Competitive and data driven world. From small, and medium-sized organizations to large corporations. It is essential to access data more securely and safely to avoid unauthorized access of sensitive data or personal Information about the user because any kind of Data breaches results in serious problems such as financial losses, damage to the reputation, or sometimes it will lead to legal consequences over the organization or for that individual. By accessing data more securely, one can avoid hostile hacking, phishing, and other problems that might negatively impact the organization or that individual. 

Multi Factor Authentication in Web & Apps is a great solution for all these vulnerabilities and helps to safeguard data access by adding additional layers of security.

What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) And How it works?

Multi-factor authentication is an additional security Technology that adds multiple steps to the login process. In this authentication method, the user must provide two or more additional verification factors in addition to the typical user ID and password to verify the identity of the user to log in to the account or application. This approach reduces the danger of cyberattacks, such as phishing and credential manipulation. MFA authentication reduces security threats by offering many layered defense systems, making it more difficult for an unauthorized user to hack into the system. Even if one factor is compromised or broken, or the password has been stolen, MFA adds an extra layer of protection. Traditional user ID and password logins pose a high risk of credential exploitation. However, with MFA authentication, attackers must breach two or more verification factors before successfully breaking into the target.

3 effective ways to implement Multi-Factor Authentication in Web and Apps

• Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) :

Time-based One-time passwords are one type of method that involves generating OTP from shared secret keys and current time stamps using the correct type of cryptographic algorithm. If the user ID and password entered by the user are valid, it sends a temporary, time-limited and frequently changing random code to the device which the user owns. 

     Multi-Factor Authentication Configuration

•  User login to the app by entering User ID and Password
• If the credentials are valid, enable MFA or 2FA in the account 
•  A setup key or a QR code will be requested by an Authentication application
•  The key is stored by the authentication applications s uch as Google or Microsoft authenticator apps.
•  Multi-factor authentication will enabled.

  The Login procedure follows:

• User login to the application by entering User ID and Password
• If the User ID and Password are valid, it will redirect to the Form page in which the user will enter the TOTP generated by Google or Microsoft authenticator apps
• The User will successfully log in to the application.

2. SMS

     Enrollment Procedure

• User login to the application by User ID and Password.
• Please provide an active phone number.
•   Then a unique one-time code is generated on the app server and will be delivered to the user’s phone number.
•  When the User enters the generated code in the app, Multi-factor authentication will enabled.

    The Login procedure follows:

• User login to the application by entering User ID and Password
• If the User ID and Password are valid, a unique code will  sent to his/her phone number.
• The user enters the code in the app, and he will successfully log in to the application

3. Email

• User login to the application by entering User ID and Password
• If the User ID and Password are valid, a unique code will sent to his/her email ID 
• The user enters the code in the app, and he will successfully log in to the application.

In conclusion, it is a simple yet effective approach to stay one step ahead of cyber threats. Additionally, whether you are using it to strengthen your email ID to safeguard your bank transactions or protect your company’s assets, MFA will serve as a multi-layered defense. Consequently, this ensures the safety of your digital world.

Conclusion

Our seasoned experts at Krify are well-known for designing powerful mobile applications, web applications and desktop applications. We commit to producing excellent solutions by thoroughly understanding the specifications provided by our clients. Additionally, we will make financially beneficial recommendations to our clients that deliver the most value for their money. If you want to Implement Multi-factor authentication for your Website, Mobile App and Desktop Applications, we have competent and efficient developers who can deliver flawless outcomes based on the specifications provided by our clients. Get in touch with us for additional information.