Why do we need Multifactor Authentication?

Login credentials are more valuable than ever and are increasingly easy to compromise. Over 90% of breaches today involve compromised usernames & passwords. Multifactor Authentication enhances the security of your account by using a secondary method and/or device to verify your identity. This prevents anyone but you from accessing your account, even if they know your password.

Maintaining a secure computing environment is an important goal of Campus Technology Services. Pursuant to UW System Administrative Procedure 1030.A - Information Security: Authentication (UW System Security Policies).