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Category:
Two-Factor Authentication Service
Headquarters:
Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
Year Founded :
2010

Duo

Duo Security, part of Cisco, offers multi-factor authentication (MFA) to enhance user identity security. It prevents unauthorized access by requiring a second verification factor, such as a mobile device prompt or hardware token. Duo integrates with applications, VPNs, and cloud services to enforce secure logins. It supports adaptive authentication, assessing risk based on user location and device security posture. Duo�s dashboard provides insights into authentication trends and security threats. Organizations use Duo to comply with regulatory requirements and protect against credential-based cyberattacks. Its easy deployment and integration make it a preferred choice for enterprises.

Why This Tool?

Duo Security, a Cisco product, provides multi-factor authentication (MFA) and secure access solutions to protect applications and data from unauthorized access. IT and security teams use Duo to enforce zero-trust policies, verify user identities, and reduce the risk of credential theft. It helps businesses secure VPNs, cloud apps, and endpoints with minimal friction for users.

Benefits of the Tool?

Duo strengthens security with adaptive authentication, simplifies access for users, and enables compliance with regulatory requirements.

Pricing Insights

Transparency Score: Measures how easy it is to understand an app’s pricing structure. A high score means clear, predictable costs with no hidden fees, while a low score indicates complex or opaque pricing.

Flexibility Score: Evaluates how adaptable an app’s pricing is to your needs. A high score means you can scale up/down, switch plans, or adjust licenses easily, while a low score suggests rigid contracts and limited customization.

Transparency Score
8
/10
Flexibility Score
8
/10

Pricing Model:

Per-user pricing: Essentials, Advantage, Premier plans.

Features

MFA, Device Trust, Risk-Based Authentication, SSO, Secure VPN Access, End User Self-Enrollment, Admin Dashboard, Logging & Reporting

Use Case

A financial services firm uses Duo to protect access to Microsoft 365 and internal apps with MFA and device posture checks.

Pros

Quick deployment, User-friendly, Device trust insights, Works across apps, Strong reporting

Cons

Limited analytics in lower tiers, May require VPN adjustments, Advanced policies need enterprise tier, SMS-based auth can be spoofed

Security & Compliance

SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, FIPS 140-2, HIPAA, GDPR, NIST 800-63-3

Featured  In

Duo is featured in Gartner and Forrester security reports and used by Lyft, Etsy, and the University of Michigan. It's showcased at Cisco Live and RSA Conference for identity security innovation.

Alternatives

Okta MFA, Microsoft Entra ID, Ping Identity, RSA SecurID, Google Authenticator

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Duo Security, part of Cisco, offers multi-factor authentication (MFA) to enhance user identity security. It prevents unauthorized access by requiring a second verification factor, such as a mobile device prompt or hardware token. Duo integrates with applications, VPNs, and cloud services to enforce secure logins. It supports adaptive authentication, assessing risk based on user location and device security posture. Duo�s dashboard provides insights into authentication trends and security threats. Organizations use Duo to comply with regulatory requirements and protect against credential-based cyberattacks. Its easy deployment and integration make it a preferred choice for enterprises.

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Two-Factor Authentication Service
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