Duo Security
About Duo Security
Cisco Duo is a cloud-based access management platform that secures access to all applications, for any user and device, from anywhere. It’s designed to be easy to use and deploy while providing identity protection and endpoint visibility. Duo verifies users' identities with strong passwordless authentication and industry-leading Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Paired with deep insights into your users’ devices, Duo gives you the policies and control to limit access based on endpoint or user risk.
Duo verifies users’ identities in a number of ways, using two-factor authentication methods including SMS passcodes, phone callbacks, hardware tokens, and one-tap authentication through push notifications from the Duo Mobile app. Administrators can configure and enforce custom access policies and controls, including blocking user logins from specific locations, such as countries the company does not do business in. Application-based controls can also be set up, allowing administrators to define different two-factor authentication requirements for access to specific systems, such as requiring two-factor authentication for every VPN login attempt, but only once a week for Outlook access.
Duo allows users to create an inventory of user devices and use this data to identify vulnerabilities posed by outdated operating systems, browsers, and Flash & Java plugins. Users can be automatically notified of outdated devices, with direct links to update to the latest software version, provided a set number of login attempts before application access is blocked, or immediately blocked from accessing applications, with permissions reinstated after the browser or plugin has been updated. For organizations where certain applications have specific browser or Flash dependencies, self-remediation policies can be set up to notify only particular users of issues with specific plugins or browsers.
Duo’s Access Gateway offers a secure web portal to give Single Sign-On (SSO) access to employees who use 10 or more cloud applications. Applications are presented on a single page, giving users visibility into all available applications. Device security health checks are carried out every time a user accesses a cloud application, and user identity is verified without the need for them to re-authenticate each time they access an application.
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- Industry: Consumer Services
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Mobile authenticator user review
Reviewed on 24/06/2023
For me I can describe my experience with the mobile authentication app as very convenient for the...
For me I can describe my experience with the mobile authentication app as very convenient for the security of my work computer since I have my phone at all time and my phone also has a password so that adds another wall of security for my companies sensitive information.
Pros
Duo security mobile app is very convenient since i am working from home and have my phone on me all the time and it is very easy to use the mobile app you just need to open the app and it will show you the one time code for my computer login. And you can also refresh the code anytime if you get it wrong.
Cons
For my use it is very convenient and I have not yet got in to anyproblem using the mobile authenticator.
- Industry: Higher Education
- Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Frequent Duo Security User
Reviewed on 06/05/2024
Pros
I like how seamless Duo Security integrates into my authentication process. The mobile app makes 2FA easy with a variety of methods to navigate authentication.
Cons
I don't have any cons about Duo Security from the end-user perspective. An initial concern was that 2FA would be excessive, but with how integrated mobile devices have become with everyday life, it only takes a few seconds to add an additional layer of security to protect my organization's data.
- Industry: Information Technology & Services
- Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
- Used Daily for Free Trial
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- Likelihood to recommend 1.0 /10
Wanna make your users angry?
Reviewed on 16/02/2023
Pros
What it does, it does extremely well. Don't get me wrong. The handshakes between devices for multifactor authentication are akin to Apple/Google speed. I was very impressed.
Cons
Anytime you introduce a product that literally requires another device to be present in order for it to function, but that required device isn't provided by the employer, you're gonna have some upset folks. Having an app that people HAD to have to access their computers/email/wifi/etc., that was only downloadable on Mobile iOS or Android, but not supplying those people with the phone that they clearly needed.. we got rid of it pretty fast. Better options exist.
- Industry: Information Technology & Services
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Duo Security review.
Reviewed on 07/09/2024
Pros
The best thing about Duo Security is its reliability and security. Duo provides great solution for 2FA, it is fast and easy to use.
Cons
I did not encounter any issues with Duo Security.
- Industry: Public Relations & Communications
- Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Trustworthy and smooth authentication experience
Reviewed on 22/05/2024
Best so far. Self-service portal makes working easier and enjoyable.
Best so far. Self-service portal makes working easier and enjoyable.
Pros
I like MFA use in this tool. It is flexible and fast. Customization is given it's place giving the users an adaptive access. After setting up the tool and interfacing, the user has complete control and device visibility. There is scheduled device health check to ensure authentication of our services.
Cons
No doubts. Secure and reliable. Offers the most outstanding endpoint visibility and control.
Duo Security FAQs
Below are some frequently asked questions for Duo Security.Q. What type of pricing plans does Duo Security offer?
Duo Security offers the following pricing plans:
- Starting from: US$3.00/month
- Pricing model: Free Version, Subscription
- Free Trial: Available
30-day free trial, no credit card required. Personal - for on-premise apps; up to 10 users: free Business - for on-premise apps: $1 per user per month Enterprise - for on-premise and cloud apps: $3 per user per month Platform: $6 per user, per month
Q. Who are the typical users of Duo Security?
Duo Security has the following typical customers:
Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000
Q. What languages does Duo Security support?
Duo Security supports the following languages:
English, French, German
Q. Does Duo Security support mobile devices?
Duo Security supports the following devices:
Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
Q. What other apps does Duo Security integrate with?
We do not have any information about what integrations Duo Security has
Q. What level of support does Duo Security offer?
Duo Security offers the following support options:
Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat
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