The Ultimate Guide to Multi-factor authentication
A curated Indian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Multi-factor authentication (MFA).
What to know about Multi-factor authentication
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a cybersecurity process that requires users to present multiple forms of verification before gaining access to systems or data, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorized access. With cyber threats on the rise, including data breaches, ransomware, and phishing attacks targeting both individuals and organisations, MFA has become a critical component in digital security strategies.
Recent developments highlight the expanding adoption of MFA across various industries and technologies, from cloud services and identity management platforms to hardware-based security keys and biometric authentication methods. MFA solutions continue to evolve, addressing challenges such as ease of use, phishing resistance, and integration with emerging technologies like AI and cloud computing.
For readers interested in understanding how MFA strengthens digital security, mitigates risks associated with compromised credentials, and supports compliance with cybersecurity standards, these stories offer valuable insights. Exploring MFA-related topics can help individuals and organisations make informed decisions on implementing robust, adaptive authentication measures to protect sensitive information in an increasingly connected world.
Indian Multi-factor authentication News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Makop ransomware group sharpens tools in India focus
Makop ransomware pivots to India with RDP brute force, privilege exploits and GuLoader as it leans on basic flaws over bespoke tools.
Festive-season cyber fraud surges as shoppers seek discounts
Festive-season cyber fraud is surging across India, with Karnataka alone reporting losses above INR ₹2,000 crores, experts warn.
Sixty-eight percent of Indians faced phishing scams last year
A survey shows 68% of Indians encountered phishing scams last year, amid growing concerns over AI-driven cyber threats and weak security habits.
Saviynt partners with St. Fox to boost identity security in India
Saviynt teams up with St. Fox to enhance identity security in India, targeting rapid digital transformation across key sectors with integrated solutions.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Multi-factor authentication
Infobip launches AgentOS platform, targets agentic AI shift
DigiCert updates document trust tool to curb AI fraud
DigiCert updates document signing tool to curb AI fraud
1Kosmos tops KuppingerCole 2026 passwordless ranking
Semperis buys MightyID to bolster cloud identity resilience
Featured News
Rise of AI Agents introduces new infosec risk: Okta
Okta warns that surging numbers of uncontrolled AI agents pose a major identity and access risk as they become the new digital workforce.
Consolidation Wave Hits Infosec, Sparing CISOs From Tool Sprawl
Overwhelmed CISOs are driving a consolidation wave in cybersecurity, slashing tool sprawl to close security gaps and cut mounting costs.
Expert Columns
Why service desks are emerging as a critical security weakness
Stolen credentials don't have to mean a breach
Building security outcomes for small businesses: Why breaches persist despite available tools
Small alert, big defense: Inside a SOC's early-morning response
How phone verification keeps customer data accurate
Why digital identity is the new perimeter in a zero-trust world
Bridging the gap: Cybersecurity breakthroughs and imbalances
Account Takeover (ATO) fraud: The hidden threat to your business and how to stop it
Why more SaaS vendors are embedding data quality into their core platforms
New email phishing tricks exploit QR codes & Teams
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Multi-factor authentication News
AI now routine in cyber attacks, Google report finds
Security teams face a broader threat as criminals and state-backed actors use generative AI to speed hacks, phishing and malware.
10ZiG, Parallels expand partnership for hybrid work
10ZiG and Parallels broaden partnership to offer secure virtual applications and desktops for hybrid work, cutting endpoint costs and complexity.
OpenAI launches GPT-5.5-Cyber for vetted defenders
Vetted security teams will get fewer refusals on authorised tasks as OpenAI tightens access around its most permissive cyber model.
Microsoft tops phishing brand rankings in first quarter
Phishing campaigns are increasingly targeting credentials, payments and malware delivery, with Microsoft alone accounting for 22% of brand impersonation attempts.
Qualys & Converge launch cyber insurance pricing tool
Businesses may win lower premiums as live security data replaces self-reported forms in a new cyber insurance model for Qualys users.
Genetec urges tighter identity controls for security systems
AI-driven attacks are exposing weak passwords on cameras and access controls, prompting calls for stricter governance across physical security systems.
Saiga phishing kit returns to bypass multifactor auth
Session cookie theft lets attackers slip past multifactor checks, putting enterprise email accounts at risk even after login.
Microsoft reports 8.3bn phishing threats as QR codes surge
QR code phishing climbed sharply in the quarter, exposing email users to more mobile-led credential theft despite disruption of major infrastructure.
apexanalytix launches Qubiton for AI-powered supplier checks
Businesses can now run supplier, tax and sanctions checks through AI tools, as apexanalytix opens access to more than 280 million records.
Identity stays top attack surface as threats broaden
Broader attacker activity is increasingly moving beyond stolen credentials, even as identity still accounted for 58.7% of incidents in Q1 2026.
KnowBe4 finds 86% of phishing attacks now AI-driven
Threats are spreading beyond inboxes as phishing shifts into Teams, calendars and other collaboration tools, raising the risk for hybrid workers.
Celebrity stalkerware leak exposes private messages online
A misconfigured database left 86,859 images and private chats from a prominent European celebrity’s device open to anyone online.
OpenAI & Yubico launch phishing-resistant YubiKeys
ChatGPT users can now buy a discounted two-pack of hardware keys designed to block phishing and protect sensitive accounts.
Microsoft warns of surge in QR code phishing attacks
Businesses faced a sharp rise in image-based scams as QR code phishing jumped 146% in the first quarter, Microsoft said.
Ransomware posts rise 22% as leak sites proliferate
Leak-site noise is making it harder for firms to tell real breaches from extortion theatre, as active sites hit 91 in the first quarter of 2026.
EY names 1Kosmos chief executive officer finalist for award
The shortlist spot highlights 1Kosmos's push into AI-era identity checks as it scales passwordless authentication for regulated industries worldwide.
Bitdefender warns journalists on phishing & source safety
Reporters face rising risks from phishing, spyware and device compromise as Bitdefender urges tighter source protection and account security.
Avatier launches offline card after Stryker cyberattack
The offline card is aimed at keeping staff logged in when identity systems fail, after the Stryker breach exposed how outages can halt operations.
Barracuda spots 7 million device code phishing attacks
The surge in attacks shows how criminals are bypassing passwords and multifactor checks to hijack Microsoft 365 accounts for days or weeks.
One-third of FIFA World Cup partners lack email protection
Fans face a higher risk of phishing as most FIFA World Cup 2026 partners still lack the strict email checks that block spoofed messages.