Google Cloud will make multi-factor authentication obligatory. Here's everything you need to know.
Google Cloud wants to provide its customers the highest level of security. As the pioneer in offering multi-factor mandatory MFA to millions of Google users worldwide, the company has firsthand expertise with how it enhances security without sacrificing a smooth and simple online experience. As a result, MFA will soon be required for all Google Cloud users who now log in with simply a password.They want to progressively roll out the necessary MFA for Google Cloud to all customers worldwide by 2025. To help plan MFA installations and ensure a smooth transition, Google Cloud will alert users and companies ahead of time.
A stepwise strategy for MFA
Google Cloud, which has been a strong supporter of its MFA system for over a decade, is ready to help you with this important security upgrade. Google understands that implementing new security measures calls for control and flexibility. As a result, they are gradually introducing the obligatory MFA.Phase 1 (beginning in November 2024): Promote the adoption of MFA: If you aren't already among the 70% of Google users who benefit from MFA, we strongly advise you to do so. Along with tools to help you plan your deployment, conduct testing, raise awareness, and easily enable MFA for your customers, the Google Cloud interface will begin offering you helpful information and reminders this month.
Phase 2 (Early 2025): Requirement for password logins MFA Early in the next year, MFA will become required for all new and existing Google Cloud users that log in using a password. gCloud, Firebase Console, Google Cloud Console, and other platforms will display notifications and instructions. To continue using these resources, you must enroll in MFA.
Phase 3: MFA for Federated Users (End of 2025): By the end of 2025, all users who federate authentication into Google Cloud will be subject to the MFA requirement. You will have multiple options to meet this requirement.
For example, you may set up MFA with your primary identity provider before utilizing Google Cloud. In order to ensure that standards are in place to enable a smooth hand-off, it will be collaborating closely with identity suppliers. You may also use your Google account to add an extra layer of MFA if you'd want to use the system.
The reason for Google Cloud's obligatory MFA requirement
To protect your account and sensitive information, we have always placed a high premium on protecting your identity. It quickly detects hacked accounts and helps users restore them securely by using a variety of risk-based indications.
To opened the door for consumer-scale MFA in 2011 by introducing 2-Step Verification (2SV) to millions of users. In reference to the well-known Texan dance, the term "2-Step" is a bit more approachable than the technical term "two-factor authentication." It has been exciting to see the industry embrace this term and use clear language for customer security.
Even though 2SV was effective at protecting accounts from password theft, it was still necessary to have even more robust security against ever-more-complex threats.
It strengthened Google Account Security Keys' defenses against phishing attempts in 2014. They standardized this technology with industry partners to make it more accessible, which led in the invention of passkeys. With the extra convenience of fingerprint or facial recognition for a more smooth sign-in experience, passkeys give the same high degree of security.
Users are now extensively adopting 2SV across all Google services. However, the Mandiant Threat Intelligence team believes it's time to require 2SV for all Google Cloud users given the sensitive nature of cloud installations and the fact that phishing and credentials theft remain the most frequent threat vectors.
Both personal experience and U.S. government organizations provide compelling evidence for this transition. According to CISA, MFA reduces user vulnerability by 99%, which makes it a strong argument for switching.
After selecting Google Sign-In, choose 2-Step Verification.
To opened the door for consumer-scale MFA in 2011 by introducing 2-Step Verification (2SV) to millions of users. In reference to the well-known Texan dance, the term "2-Step" is a bit more approachable than the technical term "two-factor authentication." It has been exciting to see the industry embrace this term and use clear language for customer security.
Even though 2SV was effective at protecting accounts from password theft, it was still necessary to have even more robust security against ever-more-complex threats.
It strengthened Google Account Security Keys' defenses against phishing attempts in 2014. They standardized this technology with industry partners to make it more accessible, which led in the invention of passkeys. With the extra convenience of fingerprint or facial recognition for a more smooth sign-in experience, passkeys give the same high degree of security.
Users are now extensively adopting 2SV across all Google services. However, the Mandiant Threat Intelligence team believes it's time to require 2SV for all Google Cloud users given the sensitive nature of cloud installations and the fact that phishing and credentials theft remain the most frequent threat vectors.
Both personal experience and U.S. government organizations provide compelling evidence for this transition. According to CISA, MFA reduces user vulnerability by 99%, which makes it a strong argument for switching.
Today, enable 2-Step Verification
You can now proactively activate free 2SV for your Google Account by taking these two steps:Step 1: Go to the security configuration
To access managed accounts for Cloud Identity and consumer Google Accounts, go to security.google.com. (To advise you to set up federated authentication with your identity provider if you use it to access Google Cloud. (Your provider may refer to it as 2SV or MFA.)After selecting Google Sign-In, choose 2-Step Verification.
Step 1: Go to the security configuration
It’s conceivable that your administrator has disabled 2-Step Verification if you’re using a Cloud Identity managed account and don’t see the option. For support, get in contact with your administrator.Step 2: Activate 2SV
- Choose to enable two-step verification.
- To conclude the enrolling procedure, adhere to the on-screen prompts.
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