{"id":4145,"date":"2025-10-08T08:22:31","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T06:22:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/?p=4145"},"modified":"2025-10-08T08:22:31","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T06:22:31","slug":"reasons-to-use-multi-factor-authentication-in-companies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/en\/reasons-to-use-multi-factor-authentication-in-companies\/","title":{"rendered":"Reasons to use multi-factor authentication in companies"},"content":{"rendered":"
Cybersecurity is no longer the exclusive domain of technical departments; it has become a strategic priority for all companies, regardless of their size and scope. Cyberattacks have become increasingly sophisticated, and criminals are no longer just after financial data; they are also targeting confidential information, login credentials, internal plans, and any digital trace that can be used for their own benefit. <\/span><\/p>\n In this scenario,<\/span> protecting user accounts<\/b> with a simple password is no longer sufficient: <\/span> Today, we want to discuss<\/span> multi-factor authentication (MFA)<\/b>, an additional layer of security that can be a valuable ally in preventing<\/span> Before delving into the details of how it works, it is worth mentioning<\/span> Kartos<\/b>, the solution for<\/span> Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) <\/b>developed by<\/span> Enthec<\/a>.<\/span> Designed for businesses, Kartos enables organizations to continuously understand their exposure to potential digital risks, detect vulnerabilities, and anticipate attacks before they occur. Multi-factor authentication is a fundamental step in this overall protection strategy, as it reduces the attack surface at one of the most critical points: access to accounts and systems.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n To understand the need for this system, it is helpful to answer the question: What is MFA? <\/span>Multi-factor authentication is an identity verification method that requires the user to present two or more pieces of evidence <\/b>before accessing a digital resource. Simply put, a regular password isn’t enough; you need to provide one or more additional verifications. <\/span><\/p>\n These tests are based on three main categories:<\/span><\/p>\n When we combine at least two of these categories, the chance of a cybercriminal gaining access, even if they steal the password, is drastically reduced.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Although it may seem like a complicated technology, the reality is that we use it almost unconsciously in our daily lives. Some common examples of multifactor authentication are: <\/span><\/p>\n These examples of multi-factor authentication demonstrate that its use not only increases security but has also become a<\/span> natural practice, accepted by both users and organizations.<\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Implementing an MFA system not only translates into a higher level of security but also into multiple<\/span> advantages<\/b> that affect the business as a whole.<\/p>\n Password theft is one of the most common techniques used in cyberattacks. With MFA, even if attackers gain access to your password, they will still need a second factor to gain access. <\/span><\/p>\n Increasingly, data protection regulations, such as the<\/span> General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) <\/b>or the <\/span>National Security Scheme (ENS)<\/b> in Spain, recommend or even require additional authentication mechanisms. Implementing MFA helps meet these standards. <\/span><\/p>\n Customers and partners appreciate a company’s commitment to security.<\/span> Adopting measures such as multi-factor authentication helps build trust <\/b>and strengthen the company’s image in the market.<\/span><\/p>\n Although implementing MFA involves an investment, the truth is that<\/span> preventing a security breach<\/b> can save thousands of euros in fines, data loss, and reputational damage.<\/span><\/p>\n Today, there are multiple MFA solutions, from SMS to advanced biometrics. This allows companies to choose the option that best suits their size, sector, and needs. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Multi-factor authentication is just one piece of a much larger puzzle: that of<\/span> continuous threat exposure management (CTEM).<\/b>. Adopting MFA protects access, but security must go further.<\/span><\/p>\n This is where solutions like<\/span> Kartos<\/b> can help your business. Kartos not only helps implement security controls but also provides a <\/span>constant view of the company’s digital attack surface,<\/b> detecting potential weak points and facilitating a rapid response to any threat.<\/span><\/p>\n There’s little point in implementing multifactor authentication if we don’t know what other entry points might be open. That’s why the CTEM approach is so valuable: <\/span>it anticipates, monitors, and mitigates risks in real-time,<\/b> integrating measures such as MFA into a comprehensive global cybersecurity strategy.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Not all companies take the step immediately. Among the <\/span>most common barriers <\/b>to implementing MFA are:<\/span><\/p>\n Experience shows that these obstacles can be overcome through<\/span> training, awareness, and the strategic use of technology<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n phishing attacks,<\/span>
\n<\/a> credential theft, and password reuse make it essential to strengthen access controls.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n security breaches<\/span>
\n<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span><\/p>\nWhat is MFA, and why is it so important?<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Examples of multi-factor authentication<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Main benefits of multi-factor authentication in companies<\/b><\/h2>\n
1. Reducing the risk of credential theft<\/b><\/h3>\n
2. Regulatory compliance<\/b><\/h3>\n
3. Trust and reputation<\/b><\/h3>\n
4. Lower long-term costs<\/b><\/h3>\n
5. Flexibility and adaptability<\/b><\/h3>\n
Multi-factor authentication and CTEM: a necessary combination<\/b><\/h2>\n
Common obstacles and how to overcome them<\/b><\/h2>\n
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