The need to protect data grows every day as hackers find new ways to attack and breach security. It is important to stay ahead of these threats.
While many people are familiar with two-factor authentication and the use of authenticator apps, they are mostly used to protect your account from unwanted access. However, hackers can still gain access to your data through various methods, such as phishing attacks. With access to stolen devices or credentials, malicious actors can easily take control of your account.
Zoho OneAuth offers features to help you in these scenarios that often go unnoticed:
Lost or Stolen Device: Protect your data even if your device falls into the wrong hands.
Compromised Credentials: Secure your account even when your login details are compromised.
MFA Spamming: Hackers can overwhelm you with multiple MFA requests, hoping you’ll approve one out of frustration or confusion.
Securing Your Authenticator App
Imagine someone gaining access to your unlocked device, whether through theft or unintended access. They could potentially access your authenticator app, which contains the codes for all your other apps, thus compromising your entire digital security. This is why protecting your authenticator app is crucial.
The App Lock feature in Zoho OneAuth provides another layer of security. By enabling App Lock, you can ensure that only authorized users with the correct credentials—such as biometrics or a password—can access the OneAuth app. This helps prevent unauthorized access in scenarios like lending your device to someone or if your device gets stolen.
Enabling the App Lock feature adds an extra shield of protection to your accounts and sensitive information, ensuring that your authenticator codes are secure and inaccessible to unauthorized users.
How to enable app lock:
Go to Settings → Security & Privacy → Enable App Lock
Terminating Unwanted Sessions
Consider the potential risks associated with device theft, unauthorized access, or account hijacking. According to a recent study, 17% of data breaches are due to lost or stolen devices. In such scenarios, having the ability to take immediate action is crucial.
With the Remote Log-out feature, you gain the ability to remotely terminate sessions on devices you no longer control. Whether it is due to device theft, device loss, or a security breach, if you notice a session that you did not initiate or no longer need to keep active, you can swiftly cut off access to your accounts from anywhere you want to.
This proactive approach significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access and reinforces the overall security of your online accounts.
How to terminate unwanted sessions:
In home screen → Sessions → Terminate session
Alternative Method:
Go to Settings → Sessions → Terminate session
Combating MFA Fatigue
Another common challenge faced by users is multi-factor authentication or MFA fatigue.
MFA fatigue is caused when hackers get hold of your credentials and launch an MFA spamming attack, where they repeatedly attempt to log in, causing a flood of authentication requests and overwhelming the user.
With Zoho OneAuth, you can restrict future sign-ins to protect your account. If you notice any suspicious sign-in attempts during working or non-working hours, you can enable Restrict Sign-in. This ensures that even if someone has access to your password, their login attempts will be blocked, keeping your account secure.
You can enable the restrict sign-in feature to prevent future sign-in attempts once you are already signed in. Additionally, you can activate it during non-working hours when you don't plan to access your account, and then disable it when you need to sign in again. This approach enhances security without causing unnecessary inconveniences.
How to enable restrict sign-in:
Go to Settings → Account Settings → Enable Restrict Sign-in
Conclusion
Safeguarding your online accounts is crucial. With Zoho OneAuth's security-first approach and features like App Lock, Restrict Sign-in, and Remote Log-out, you can stay one step ahead of potential threats.
App Lock ensures that only authorized users can access your authenticator app, adding another layer of security to your account's codes. Remote Log-out gives you the power to terminate sessions on compromised devices, further securing your accounts from potential breaches. Restrict Sign-in allows you to control when and where your account can be accessed, preventing unauthorized attempts during suspicious or inactive periods.
Try these features today and experience firsthand how they enhance the protection of your online accounts. Stay informed, secure your digital identity with Zoho OneAuth, and enjoy a more secure online experience!
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