Welcome to a Safer Way to Sign In
Making the Switch to Microsoft MFA
We’re updating how you sign into your accounts with an important security improvement. You’ll soon be moving from Cisco Duo to Microsoft MFA—and we’re excited to share why this change protects you better.
What’s Changing?
We’re replacing your current two-factor authentication app with Microsoft MFA, a more modern and secure way to verify who you are.
The best part? You may be able to say goodbye to passwords.
Why We’re Making This Change
Cyber threats evolve every day. Passwords alone are no longer enough to keep your information safe. By upgrading to Microsoft MFA, we’re giving you access to the latest protective technology that major companies worldwide trust to secure their most important data.
This change ensures you have modern defenses against today’s security risks. Activate Microsoft MFA by May 18, 2026 to ensure uninterrupted access to your SSO account.
By adopting modern authentication method, you’re not just protecting yourself—you’re helping keep our entire organization secure. This is the direction enterprise security is moving, and we’re leading the way.
Ready to Get Started?
Make the switch to Microsoft Authenticator as a direct replacement for Cisco Duo using this guide. If you are interested in other options, including going password-free keep reading, otherwise use this link to get started.
Learn How to Switch to Microsoft Authenticator →
We’ve created a simple step-by-step guide to help you make the transition smoothly. No technical experience needed.
Interested in Going Password-Free?
The new password-free login options use the most modern and secure technologies to protect your account. They aren’t right for everyone though. You may be eligible to go password-free if you don’t use any of these services:
- Classroom podium computers
- MacOS computers enrolled in JAMF
- URI WordPress
If you use any of these services then you will need to use traditional password+MFA sign-in. Use the link above to update to the Microsoft Authenticator app.
The Benefits of Going Password-Free
Easier Access No more typing complicated passwords. Just approve a notification on your phone to sign in—it takes seconds.
Stronger Security Password-free login is much harder for attackers to crack than traditional passwords. Your account becomes significantly more secure.
Less Frustration Forget the stress of forgotten passwords and password resets. Authentication is simpler and faster.
Peace of Mind You control who accesses your account through direct approval on your device. Only you can grant access.
Enhanced Security MFA Options
Microsoft MFA offers a variety of methods you can use during login such as passwordless options. This includes options for those who don’t want to install an app or don’t have a compatible smartphone. These newer and more secure options are not supported on every website or service, such as Apple Macs using JAMF which includes some classroom podiums. For now, you will need to stay with a password + MFA option listed above.
For many people at URI, these options are a more convenient and hassle-free alternative to using passwords + MFA. If you are comfortable adopting newer technologies we’ve created an article that lists all the supported options and their limitations.
Single Sign-On Multifactor Authentication Options →