WatchGuard AuthPoint Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Solution | Competitive Validation Testing
MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication) enhances how users verify their identity and assists in protecting sensitive information within the user accounts. It also guards against brute force attacks and stolen usernames and passwords. This is done by requiring one or more additional verification factors in combination with something the user knows (e.g. PIN number) and something the user has (e.g. mobile device). The most common ways that MFA can be implemented is through TOTP (Time-Based One-Time Passwords), Push Notifications, SMS, and email. Customers are looking for a reasonably priced MFA solution with well-rounded functionality that is easy to use. WatchGuard engaged Miercom to validate its AuthPoint solution’s simple deployment of MFA security – abundant in features that its competitors charge for with separate licenses and subscriptions. This MFA solution was tested competitively with two similar solutions: Cisco Duo and Azure MFA – for the following: Authentication Methods, Provisioning and User Experience, Deployment Efficacy, Security and Risk-Based Authentication, Total Cost of Ownership. WatchGuard proved its competitive edge as the most affordable solution that included exceptional MFA functionality with an easy-to-use interface – for both users and administrators. While its competition could sometimes offer the same functionality, it came at the cost of meticulous interfaces and documentation that made for a challenging first-time experience.