Multi-Factor Authentication

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is an authentication method, through which a user is granted access only after successfully presenting two or more pieces of evidence, or factors, to an authentication mechanism.

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Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is an authentication method, through which a user is granted access only after successfully presenting two or more pieces of evidence, or factors, to an authentication mechanism.

The types of evidence that are typically provided consist of:

  • Knowledge, such as a passphrase, or a PIN code.
  • Possession, such as a bank card, or a physical token.
  • Inherence, such as such as fingerprint, facial, and retinal scans. Voice and key stroke recognition can also be used.
  • Location, such as being in a secure office, as you will have already met the requirements to obtain access to the office and network.

Support for  Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) by Endevor ensures increased security for your projects. MFA works with Endevor, whether you use the core Endevor product, or the Endevor GUI Eclipse plug-in.

Implementation of MFA for Endevor Eclipse Plug-in

MFA is enabled for Endevor by default. You can customise the Endevor Eclipse Plug-in to adjust the validity period of the token. After the end of the validity period is reached, compulsory re-authentication is required.

Note:
  • The token validity period can be set according to your requirements, after which compulsory re-authentication is required.
  • The length of the validity period can be set, as required, in the preferences tab of the Plug-in options menu.