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PHP Architect · Vol 21, Issue 7 · July 2022

Security Corner: Demystifying Multifactor Authentication

by Eric Mann

Authentication by way of a username and password is well understood. Adding an extra authentication factor—like a smartphone—to the mix helps strengthen a login flow. But what exactly is an authentication factor, and what are the trade-offs between each one?

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Eric Mann

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Eric Mann

Eric is a seasoned web developer experienced with multiple languages and platforms. He's been working with PHP for more than a decade and focuses his time on helping developers get started and learn new skills with their tech of choice. You can reach out to him directly via Twitter.

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