MFA Second Factor Options
There are several different devices which offer one or more authentication options that you can use to provide the second factor of multi-factor authentication.
Learn about which devices and methods are supported to ensure you select the correct second factor for your needs. The table below lists the supported University of Regina second factor options for use with Duo MFA.
List of University of Regina Systems that Utilize Duo Multifactor Authentication (MFA):
Device Type | Authentication Option(s) Supported | Supported Device | Notes | Links |
Smartphone or Tablet |
Duo Mobile Push Duo Mobile Passcode |
iOS Android |
Recommended as primary device. Enrollment of multiple devices supported and recommended. Duo Mobile Passcode does not require network connection to use (no data/wifi required). Supports self-serve enrollment. |
Using Duo Mobile Push to Authenticate |
Backup Code | 10 Single Use Backup Passcodes | Offline storage, must be generated by user ahead of time |
Recommended to create backup codes regardless of primary authentication method/device. Supports self-serve generation of codes. Does not require network connection to use. |
Creating backup codes with Smartphone/Tablet as Primary Device |
Hardware Token | Passcode | Duo D-100 Device |
Limited use cases where smartphone can not be used as primary device. Does not support self-serve enrollment. ITSC must assist. Does not require network connection to use. |
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U2F Device | Security Key |
Yubikey or Feitian Security Key |
Not supplied by Information Services. Must be provided by end user, department, or faculty. Supports self-serve enrollment. Does not require network connection to use. Not compatible with CASPUR authentications. |