How can I enable 2FA/MFA?

This guide explains how to enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for your Canary Console. It covers setting up 2FA for individual accounts and enforcing it globally for all users. Supported tools include Duo, Google Authenticator, and Authy.

Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds a second layer of security to your Consoles authentication process. In order to ensure a higher degree of security, it is recommended that all users turn on this feature.

Canary supports 2FA tools such asDuo,Google Authenticator,Authy.

Follow the steps below to enable 2FA on your Canary Console.

Enabling 2FA for your own User account:

Step 2: Open Global Setup

1. Click on the gear icon at the top right corner of your Console.
2. Click User Management.

Step 3: Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Step 4: Set Up and Verify Your Authenticator App

Open your chosen Authenticator App :

1. Scan the QR Code.
2. Type in the pin that is displayed on the App.
3. Click on Verify.

The next time you log in, you will be asked to enter your 2FA pin.

That's it!

Enforcing 2FA for all Console users:

Step 1: Log in to your Console

Step 2: Open Global Setup

1. Click on the gear icon at the top right corner of your Console.
2. Click User Management.

Step 3: Enable Global Two-Factor Authentication

Click on Two Factor Authentication, and toggle the Globally Enforce 2FA option to ON.

Users will be prompted to enable 2FA on their next login.