Duo

Stop identity attacks with Duo's easy to use platform.

Freemium

Description

Duo is a cloud-based identity security platform designed to protect organizations from unauthorized access and identity-related cyber threats. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools that ensure only trusted users and healthy devices can access protected applications, thereby enhancing overall security posture without compromising user productivity.

The platform specializes in verifying user identities and device trustworthiness before granting access to critical resources. By implementing strong authentication methods, adaptive security policies, and features like threat detection using machine learning, Duo helps businesses of all sizes maintain continuous security and prevent data breaches, streamlining access management across various applications and environments.

Key Features

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Provides flexible and phishing-resistant authentication options, including FIDO2 and Verified Duo Push.
Single Sign-On (SSO): Enables users to log in once to access multiple applications securely.
Device Trust: Verifies device trustworthiness and health status before granting application access.
Adaptive Access Policies: Allows granular control over access permissions based on user role, location, and device security posture.
Passwordless Authentication: Offers secure login without passwords using Duo Mobile or FIDO2 authenticators.
Remote Access: Facilitates secure access to private resources, including VPN-less options for private applications.
Duo Passport: Minimizes authentication interruptions on trusted devices to improve user productivity without compromising security.
Threat Detection: Detects potential ongoing attack attempts using machine learning-based Duo Trust Monitor.

Use Cases

Securing remote workforce access
Implementing Zero Trust security models
Preventing phishing attacks and account takeovers
Enabling passwordless authentication for users
Meeting compliance requirements for various industries
Protecting access to cloud and on-premise applications
Streamlining user access with Single Sign-On
Monitoring and responding to identity-based threats

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Duo Passport?

Duo Passport streamlines access across applications by minimizing authentication interruptions on trusted devices, enhancing user productivity while maintaining security.

How does Duo prevent phishing?

Duo helps prevent phishing by offering phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication (MFA) methods, such as FIDO2 authenticators and Verified Duo Push, which make it harder for attackers to successfully execute phishing attacks that aim to bypass MFA.

Is Duo suitable for small businesses?

Yes, Duo caters to businesses of all sizes. It offers a 'Duo Free' plan for up to 10 users, as well as scalable paid editions like Essentials, Advantage, and Premier designed for growing organizations and larger enterprises.

What are adaptive access policies in Duo?

Adaptive access policies in Duo allow organizations to define granular controls for user access. These policies can consider context such as user role, location, device security status, and network to dynamically adjust authentication requirements and enforce appropriate security measures.

Does Duo support passwordless authentication?

Yes, Duo supports passwordless authentication, enabling users to securely log in without a traditional password by using methods like the Duo Mobile app for push notifications or biometrics, or by leveraging FIDO2 security keys.