Unit 1 - 4.6.2 - Multifactor Authentication (MFA)

What is Multifactor Authentication (MFA)?

• A. A security process that requires users to provide only a username and password.

• B. A security process that requires users to provide two or more forms of identification.

• C. A security process that allows users to bypass traditional authentication methods.

• D. A security process that requires users to change their password frequently.

Which of the following statements about MFA is true?

• A. MFA does not add any additional layers of verification beyond passwords.

• B. MFA mitigates the impact of credential theft by relying solely on passwords.

• C. MFA enhances security by requiring multiple forms of identification.

• D. MFA is not required by regulatory standards or compliance frameworks.

What is a common example of something you have for authentication?

• A. Password

• B. Security key

Which authentication factor involves unique physical or behavioral characteristics?

• Something you know

• Something you have

• Something you are

• Somewhere you are

What is the purpose of using authentication tokens?

• To bypass authentication processes

• To provide a single form of identification

• To generate one-time passwords or codes

• To replace passwords entirely

Which factor involves verifying the user's location?

• Something you know

• Something you have

• Something you are

• Somewhere you are

What is the primary advantage of Multifactor Authentication?

• It enhances security by requiring multiple forms of identification.

• It simplifies the authentication process for users.

• It eliminates the need for passwords.

• It allows access from any location without additional verification.