Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is one of the most effective ways to prevent cyberattacks.

However, many organizations believe they are protected when, in reality, they are exposed.

When we start working with new clients, one of the first things we evaluate is MFA, and too often, we uncover blind spots:

•  MFA is enabled but not enforced for all employees.

  
  

•  Leadership or owners are excluded.

  
  

•  Only certain systems are protected, while others, like email or file storage, remain vulnerable.

  
  

•  There's no visibility into who is using it and who is not.

If you're in a leadership role, here are a few questions to ask your team:

•  Is MFA required for everyone, including senior leadership and owners? If so, validate by asking yourself when was the last time you had to use MFA for work?

  
  

•   Are all critical systems—such as email, cloud apps, VPN, and admin accounts—protected?

  
  

•  Are we using modern methods (push notifications, biometrics), or just basic text codes?

  
  

•  Do we get alerts or reports if someone bypasses or disables MFA?

If the answer is no to any of these, it’s worth examining how your organization is using this critical security tool. Because if MFA isn't applied consistently, it can create a false sense of security. 

Great security is not always about doing more. Often, it is about doing the right things well.

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