DUO Verified Push
CSUN Information Security is taking steps to reinforce CSUN’s defenses against cyberattacks such as Duo two-factor authentication push scams. These measures include the strengthening of security of logins to Institute systems by implementing DUO verified push
Verified Duo Push is a more secure version of Duo Push, the current two-factor authentication system used by CSUN that adds a layer of security to campus online accounts. Verified Duo Push provides additional security against “push harassment” and “push fatigue” by requiring users to enter a three-digit code, rather than “approve” or “deny” options, to verify an authentication request. (Codes expire after 60 seconds.) Verified Duo Push also provides improved fraud reporting by directing users to a fraud-report option in the Duo Mobile application when they receive unexpected Duo Push login requests.
Verified Duo Push requires Duo Mobile 4.16.0, or later, on Android devices (Android 8 or later; 2017 or newer) or Duo Mobile 4.17.0, or later, on Apple devices (iOS 13 or later; iPhone 6s, 2015 or newer). You can learn more about Verified Duo Push and its requirements in the knowledge article, “How to Use the Verified Duo Push Authentication Method.”
While disruptions during the implementation period are not expected, if you experience issues or have questions, please contact the CSUN IT Help Center.
If you ever suspect that you are being targeted by a Duo phone or push fraud, or believe that your CSUN account has been compromised, contact Information Security at iso@csun.edu. Always forward suspicious emails, as attachments, to abuse@csun.edu.
Verified Push Prompt
How to set up Verified Duo Push?
If you already have the Duo Mobile app on your smartphone or tablet and use Duo Push, you don't need to set up anything else to use Verified Duo Push. If you need to set up the Duo Mobile app on your smartphone or tablet, read the knowledge article KB0043809 - How to get Duo Mobile.
How to make Verified Duo Push easier?
Duo has recently released a new feature that makes Verified Duo Push much easier and web logins much faster. Please read the knowledge article Verified Duo Push with Bluetooth Autofill for more information