{"id":3421,"date":"2024-01-29T08:23:41","date_gmt":"2024-01-29T16:23:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogschapman.wpenginepowered.com\/information-systems\/2024\/01\/29\/unexpected-mfa-codes-and-what-to-do-about-them\/"},"modified":"2024-01-29T08:23:41","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T16:23:41","slug":"unexpected-mfa-codes-and-what-to-do-about-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/2024\/01\/29\/unexpected-mfa-codes-and-what-to-do-about-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Unexpected MFA Codes and What to Do About Them"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As we navigate the complexities of the online world, a new security challenge has emerged: the unsolicited receipt of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) requests. This occurrence is a significant indicator that someone might be attempting unauthorized access to your online accounts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">MFA is a way of verifying your identity when you sign in to an online account by requiring two or more authentication methods. 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Ensure you do this through the official website or application.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;469777462&quot;:[720],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unique Passwords for Each Account<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Avoid the pitfall of password reuse. If your compromised password is used on other accounts, change it everywhere.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;469777462&quot;:[720],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adopt Stronger MFA Methods<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: While SMS-based authentication is prevalent, it is susceptible to interception. Opt for more secure methods like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chapman.edu\/campus-services\/information-systems\/security\/2-factor-authentication.aspx\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">the authentication app<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Call for Digital Vigilance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The unsolicited arrival of an MFA request is not just an annoyance but a serious indication that your online security is at risk. Recognizing this as a signal to bolster your digital defenses is essential. Using unique passwords for each account and opting for more secure forms of MFA are vital steps in safeguarding your digital presence. 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