Duo Multi-Factor Authentication from Duo Security (Cisco)

Offers an easy-to-use interface for multi-factor authentication, enabling enterprises to verify user identities securely. Often utilized in treasury operations to protect sensitive financial data.

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Secure Authentication Hardware for Treasury Operations

Physical devices such as security tokens, smart cards, and biometric readers that provide multi-factor authentication for payment approvals and system access.
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Authentication Methods
(9 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)

Hardware Security
(4 Yes /4 Known /10 Possible features)

User Management
(10 Yes /10 Known /10 Possible features)

Integration and Interoperability
(9 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)

Compliance and Regulatory Support
(7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Usability and User Experience
(8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Operational Resilience and Availability
(7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Scalability and Performance
(6 Yes /6 Known /10 Possible features)

Security Monitoring and Incident Response
(8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Cost and Licensing
(8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Vendor Support and Service
(10 Yes /10 Known /10 Possible features)

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Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) Requiring two or more verification methods for user login (e.g., password, token, biometrics).		Duo is a leading MFA provider and offers multi-factor authentication as its core functionality.
Biometric Authentication Support Ability to use fingerprints, facial recognition, or iris scans for identity verification.		Duo supports biometric authentication such as fingerprint and FaceID on supported platforms (e.g., Duo Mobile, WebAuthn).
Hardware Token Integration Support for physical authentication devices such as YubiKeys, smart cards, or OTP tokens.		Duo supports hardware tokens such as YubiKey, OTP tokens, and other FIDO2 devices.
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Supports authentication using public/private key pairs and digital certificates.		No information available
Single Sign-On (SSO) Allows users to access multiple treasury applications with one set of credentials.		Duo offers SSO integration, allowing single credentials across treasury and related enterprise applications.
Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) Support for authentication using app-based or hardware-generated time-limited codes.		Duo supports Time-based One Time Passwords (TOTP) through apps and hardware tokens.
Adaptive Authentication Dynamically adjusts authentication based on risk signals (location, device, time, etc.).		Duo offers adaptive authentication, factoring in user/device/location risk signals.
Device Binding Ability to restrict access to specific pre-authorized devices.		Duo can bind and restrict access to specific pre-authorized devices using device trust policies.
Knowledge-Based Authentication Enables secondary verification through personal or system-generated questions.		Duo can prompt for additional security questions as a level of knowledge-based authentication for recovery.
Transaction Signing Users digitally sign transactions with a hardware device as a distinct action.		Duo supports transaction signing and push notification verification for high-value transactions.

Tamper-Resistant Design Hardware features that prevent unauthorized physical access or compromise.		No information available
FIPS 140-2/3 Compliance Hardware certified to Federal Information Processing Standards for cryptographic modules.		No information available
Secure Key Storage Encryption keys are stored in secure hardware modules, not software.		No information available
Remote Wipe Capability Ability to erase or deactivate devices if lost or stolen.		Duo enables remote wipe of Duo Mobile app via admin panel, if device is lost or stolen.
Physical Lock Mechanisms Locking or anchoring devices to prevent removal or theft.		No information available
Backup Device Support Allows for quick replacement and setup of a backup device.		Duo allows fast enrollment and reassignment of backup/secondary devices.
Secure Firmware Updates Updates to device software are cryptographically signed and validated.		Duo Mobile apps and device software are updated regularly with secured, signed releases.
Environmental Control Features Ability to withstand variations in temperature, humidity, or mechanical shock.		No information available
Audit Logging Capabilities Logs hardware access and usage details for security review.		Duo logs authentication and device actions for audit purposes.
Device Lifespan Average number of years hardware devices are expected to remain operational.		No information available

Centralized User Provisioning Manage all user credentials and devices from a central dashboard.		Duo provides centralized user and device management via Admin Console.
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Assign and enforce user roles and permissions aligned to corporate treasury functions.		Role-Based Access Control is built into Duo for delegation.
Bulk User Enrollment Onboard large groups of users/devices at once.		Bulk enrollment of users/devices is supported via CSV/imports and integrations.
User Self-Service Device Activation Allow users to securely activate and register new devices on their own.		Duo offers user self-enrollment/activation process with secure onboarding.
Automated Deprovisioning Automatic revocation of credentials and hardware when users leave or change roles.		Automated deprovisioning supported via directory sync or HRIS integrators.
Delegated Administration Assign user, device, or location-specific administrators.		Delegated administrator roles available in Duo.
Integration with HR Systems Link user lifecycle management with corporate HR or LDAP directories.		Integration with Active Directory, LDAP, and common HR systems available.
Device Assignment Tracking Monitor which devices are issued to which users.		Duo tracks which devices are assigned to which users.
User Behavior Analytics Monitor authentication patterns for anomalies or risky behaviors.		Duo provides analytics and reporting on user authentication behaviors and anomalies.
Customizable Lockout Policies Configure thresholds for failed login/device authentication attempts.		Security policies allow configuration of lockout thresholds for failed attempts.

APIs for Integration Availability of REST, SOAP, or proprietary APIs for system integration.		Duo offers robust REST APIs for integration.
Support for SAML/OAuth/OpenID Interoperability with modern authentication standards and single sign-on protocols.		Supports SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect standards for SSO integration.
ERP/TMS Compatibility Can be paired directly with enterprise resource planning or treasury management systems.		Compatible with a wide variety of ERP and TMS systems via integration.
Plug-and-Play Installation Requires minimal technical effort for setup and deployment.		Duo MFA aims for plug-and-play integration especially with their cloud-based model.
Legacy System Support Ability to interface with older, non-standardized treasury applications.		Legacy application support through RADIUS, LDAP and other connectors.
Cloud Service Integration Works seamlessly with cloud-based treasury systems.		Full support for integration with public cloud SaaS apps and cloud-based operations.
Mobile App Integration Seamless functioning with treasury mobile apps and devices.		Mobile app integration is core to Duo's MFA delivery (Duo Mobile).
Custom Integration Tools SDKs, connectors, or middleware available for bespoke system integration.		SDKs, APIs, and integration options are available for custom integrations.
Multi-Platform Compatibility Works across Windows, MacOS, Linux and mobile operating systems.		Duo works across Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, and iOS; broad platform support.
API Request Rate Limit Maximum supported API calls per second.		No information available

GDPR Compliance Adherence to regulations on data privacy and user consent.		Cisco (Duo) explicitly states GDPR compliance for European customers.
SOX Compliance Aligns with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for financial controls and reporting.		No information available
PSD2/SCA Support Meets Payment Services Directive/Strong Customer Authentication mandates.		Duo MFA includes strong customer authentication (SCA) support, key for PSD2 compliance.
Audit Trail Retention Period Length of time audit records are stored and accessible.		No information available
Custom Policy Enforcement Ability to enforce geographic, business unit, or regulatory-specific access policies.		Granular policy enforcement possible (geography, device, etc.) in Duo admin console.
Independent Security Certification Certified by an independent authority (e.g., ISO, Common Criteria).		Duo, as a Cisco product, has achieved independent certifications including ISO 27001/ISO 27018.
Real-Time Compliance Reporting Instant generation of compliance and access audit reports.		Audit and compliance reports are available in real-time via Duo admin portal.
E-signature Legality Electronic signatures via hardware tokens are legally enforceable.		No information available
Data Residency Controls Manage where user/device data is physically stored according to regulations.		Duo offers EU data center locations and data residency controls to customers.
Customizable Retention Policies Configurable rules for data and log retention per compliance requirements.		Customizable retention and data policies supported for logs and records.

Quick Authentication Time Average time required for user authentication using hardware devices.		No information available
Self-Service Recovery Enables users to recover or reset access in case of lost or damaged devices.		Self-service account/device recovery flows are available for Duo users.
Multi-Language Support Interfaces and instructions available in several languages.		Duo app and interface support multiple languages (see documentation).
User Training Materials Provision of digital and physical training resources for users.		Comprehensive training materials and guides are offered to Duo customers and end-users.
Accessibility Features Designed to be usable by people with disabilities.		Accessibility features are supported in Duo Mobile and web interface per WCAG guidelines.
Minimal User Prompts Low number of required user interactions per authentication.		No information available
Customizable Alerts Configurable notifications for transactions, logins, and policy violations.		Customizable notifications and alerts are available for events, policy violations, and transactions.
Support for Remote/HQ Users Designed for both on-site and distributed workforce scenarios.		Duo can be used in global, distributed, or remote work environments.
Out-of-the-Box Configuration Templates Pre-built configurations for rapid deployment.		Pre-built integration and configuration templates are available for fast setup.
Clear Error Messaging Descriptive messages and troubleshooting guidance when authentication fails.		Duo provides descriptive error messaging to users and IT admins.

Backup Authentication Methods Alternative authentication available if hardware is lost/unavailable.		Backup authentication options (SMS, phone, backup code) are available.
Service Uptime Percentage of time the authentication service is available.		No information available
Disaster Recovery Capabilities Ability to recover full authentication services after critical events.		Disaster recovery capabilities are supported via cloud infrastructure and redundancy.
Redundant Data Centers Multiple geographically dispersed facilities to ensure uninterrupted service.		Duo is hosted in multiple global data centers for high availability.
Onsite Hardware Replacement Time Typical maximum elapsed time to replace failed hardware.		No information available
Distributed Load Handling Ability to handle authentication loads from multiple locations concurrently.		Duo can support authentication loads from multiple distributed locations.
Periodic Health Checks Regular automatic tests and monitoring of hardware and authentication processes.		Health checks and automated monitoring provided in Duo's cloud-based offering.
Automatic Failover Processes automatically switch to backup hardware or methods if primary fails.		Automatic failover between server infrastructure is standard in SaaS model.
Maintenance Notification Automated user alerts about upcoming or ongoing maintenance windows.		Maintenance notifications/customizable alerts are available for users and admins.
Capacity for Concurrent Authentications Maximum number of concurrent authentication sessions supported.		No information available

Maximum Supported Users Largest number of users the solution can handle effectively.		No information available
Maximum Supported Devices Total number of unique hardware authentication devices supported concurrently.		No information available
Elastic Resource Allocation The system resources can automatically scale up or down based on demand.		Duo's cloud service scales automatically, providing elastic resources as required.
Load Balancing Support Distributes authentication traffic for optimal performance.		Duo supports traffic load balancing across their service infrastructure.
Low Latency Authentication Minimal average time for completing authentication transactions, even at scale.		No information available
Concurrent Hardware Update Support Can update firmware/settings across multiple devices simultaneously.		Batch management/firmware update supported for enrolled mobile devices.
Batch Device Management Ability to manage device settings and permissions in bulk.		Duo allows for batch management of devices and permissions via APIs and Admin Console.
Multi-Site Support Facilitates centralized management across distributed corporate locations.		Duo is designed for multi-site/corporate location deployments with centralized control.
Distributed Workforce Scalability Suitable for both centralized headquarters and remote treasury teams.		Supports distributed/scalable environments suitable for multi-location and remote teams.
Peak Hour Performance Lowest average authentication time during the busiest periods.		No information available

Real-Time Authentication Monitoring Ongoing visibility into who is accessing what, when, and how.		Provides real-time monitoring and logging of authentications.
Automated Alerting for Suspicious Activity Immediate alerts for anomalous login attempts or policy violations.		Automated alerts generated for risky or unusual authentication patterns.
Integration with SOC/SIEM Tools Feeds authentication logs and alerts into security operations centers.		Integration with SIEM/SOC (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) supported via log export.
Automated Threat Response Initiates automated steps (lockouts, alerts, device disable) upon detection of certain threats.		Automated threat response workflows available for certain triggers (lockouts, disables).
Forensic Data Collection Collect and retain data for post-incident investigations.		Log retention and export features available for forensic auditing.
Threat Intelligence Integration Leverages real-time feeds to update threat detection criteria.		Duo integrates multiple threat intelligence feeds (esp. with Cisco security suite).
Incident Response Playbooks Pre-defined procedures for handling specific authentication threats.		Incident response playbooks and recommended actions provided in admin documentation.
User Notification on Compromise Notifies users immediately if their credentials or devices are at risk.		Duo can send compromised device/user notifications automatically.
Manual Override Capabilities Allows authorized personnel to override automated locks if needed under strict control.		No information available
Incident Response Time Average time to detect and respond to a security incident.		No information available

Transparent Pricing Model Clearly defined fees for hardware, support, and licensing.		Duo's pricing is published and transparent (see website).
Hardware Replenishment Costs Typical per-device cost for replacement or additional units.		No information available
Support and Maintenance Fees Recurring cost for ongoing vendor support and device upkeep.		No information available
Pay-as-You-Go Options Pricing flexibility to scale with actual usage, not fixed licenses.		Per-seat and enterprise pricing with flexible (monthly/annual) options available.
Volume Discount Availability Discounts applied for purchasing large numbers of devices.		Duo offers volume discounting for enterprise-level purchases.
Included Software Updates Software/firmware updates are included in licensing/package fees.		Software/firmware/app updates included in most licensing tiers.
Trial/Evaluation Hardware Availability of trial devices for hands-on evaluation before purchase.		Evaluation account and pilot access, and test hardware available through Duo's trials.
Flexible Contract Duration Ability to negotiate terms of service, e.g., annual or multi-year.		Duo allows annual and multi-year contract negotiation.
Total Cost of Ownership Tools Tools for projecting and understanding all long-term ownership costs.		Cost calculators and TCO estimates available for enterprise customers.
Third-Party Hardware Support Supports a variety of vendor devices, not just proprietary options.		Supports multiple hardware token brands, not exclusively proprietary.

24/7 Technical Support Round-the-clock assistance from vendor support teams.		24/7 support available for enterprise customers; details on support.tduo.com.
Comprehensive Documentation Extensive user and administrator guides with troubleshooting.		Documentation is extensive and covers all major deployment/troubleshooting scenarios.
Dedicated Account Manager Named support resource for ongoing partnership and escalation.		Account management for key clients and escalations available.
Custom SLAs Option to negotiate Service Level Agreements for uptime, support speed, etc.		Service level agreements (SLA) can be customized for large/enterprise contracts.
Customer Training Services Provision of onboarding and specialist training for treasury staff.		Customer training, onboarding, and specialist sessions available via Duo/Cisco services.
Local/Regional Technical Presence Access to in-region expertise and hardware support.		Cisco has local support and technical presence in most major markets.
Community and User Forums Active information-sharing spaces for users and admins.		Community forums and user-to-user support available at community.duo.com.
Automated Ticketing System Structured, trackable process for raising and resolving issues.		Support tickets can be raised and tracked via Duo's structured support system.
Proactive End-of-Life Notifications Alerts about support and update discontinuation for hardware models.		End-of-life and update notifications provided via the dashboard and email alerts.
Onsite Support Availability Ability to request onsite engineer visits for urgent incidents.		Onsite support possible via Cisco or approved partner network for large enterprise contracts.

Duo Multi-Factor Authentication from Duo Security (Cisco)

Product analysis by function

Secure Authentication Hardware for Treasury Operations

Authentication Methods (9 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)

Hardware Security (4 Yes /4 Known /10 Possible features)

User Management (10 Yes /10 Known /10 Possible features)

Integration and Interoperability (9 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)

Compliance and Regulatory Support (7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Usability and User Experience (8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Operational Resilience and Availability (7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Scalability and Performance (6 Yes /6 Known /10 Possible features)

Security Monitoring and Incident Response (8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Cost and Licensing (8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Vendor Support and Service (10 Yes /10 Known /10 Possible features)