Multi-factor Authentication, otherwise referred to as MFA, has been implemented on our University of Oxford Single Sign On accounts - meaning that you will be required to authorise access to any SSO Services before access is granted. In order to do so you will need to set up an MFA method, of which there are a number, including Authentication Applications, Text Message (SMS) or Phone Call and Hardware Tokens.
- Authentication App: A Microsoft Authentication app is available for iOS and Android devices. This will prompt when authentication is requested from a SSO service, at which point, depending on which authenticator app you use, you will be prompted to enter a 6 digit code or perform number matching to permit access.
- SMS or Phone Call: Receiving an SMS on your mobile phone, or a voice call on landline or mobile with a code that you enter on the device you are logging into.
- Hardware Token: Using a small USB key, which you press a button to accept access (Hardware Tokens need to be purchased - if this is your preference please email it@museums.ox.ac.uk for guidance).
Further information on Multi-Factor Authentication, including downloadable guides and videos for setting up and managing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on your Single Sign-On (SSO) account can be found at the University of Oxford IT Services webpages via Multi-Factor Authentication - Further Information link below.
And the location to configure your MFA preference is can be found on the Multi-Factor Authentication - Microsoft Sign-In Page link.
