About Duo Security
Duo Security is a cloud-based solution for user identity verification and device vulnerability assessment which offers multiple methods of two-factor authentication, configurable permissions and controls, endpoint visibility and remediation, Single Sign-On (SSO), and more. The Duo Trusted Access platform is designed to address possible security threats by verifying users’ identities and device health before they are allowed to connect to the organization’s applications.
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 Users can be automatically notified of outdated devices, with direct links to update to the latest software version, provided a set number of login attempts before application access is blocked, or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.
Key benefits of Duo Security
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Total features of Duo Security: 43
- API
- Access Certification
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Monitoring
- Activity Tracking
- Alerts/Notifications
- Anti Virus
- Application Security
- Authentication
- Behavioural Analytics
- Biometrics
- Credential Management
- Customisable Branding
- Employee Portal
- Employee Self Service
- Encryption
- Endpoint Management
- Firewalls
- Fraud Detection
- Identity Federation
- Incident Management
- Intrusion Detection System
- Mobile Authentication
- Multi-Factor Authentication
- Password Management
- Password Synchronisation
- Patch Management
- Policy Management
- Privileged Account Management
- Real Time Reporting
- Reporting/Analytics
- Secure Login
- Self Service Portal
- Self-Enrollment
- Self-Service Access Request
- Single Sign On
- Threat Intelligence
- Threat Response
- Two-Factor Authentication
- User Management
- VPN Software
- Vulnerability Protection
- Vulnerability Scanning
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- Industry: Higher Education
- Company size: 1,001-5,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
It's all about security
Reviewed on 3/3/2020
Overall, Duo gives me peace of mind knowing that I am the only one that can access my personal data...
Overall, Duo gives me peace of mind knowing that I am the only one that can access my personal data base from log ins and websites. I like knowing that I can approve or reject any log ins from the commodity of my phone.
Pros
Duo is a great option to keep your personal information secured. I like that it requests security validation before logging into websites, and that you have the option to use the app to sign in to any device with a few taps. It is easy to use once everything has been set up correctly.
Cons
It can be hard to understand at first, and it might seem a little annoying to have to confirm you are the one logging into your websites every time, but it gets easier if you have the app. Another thing Duo could improve on is the fact that it only lets you "remember" one device at a time. Sometimes I need to log in from my work laptop or my personal laptop and it becomes tedious to remember which device I have registered.
- Industry: Computer Software
- Company size: 501-1,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10
Security to fill a gap, but not comprehensive offering
Reviewed on 27/9/2020
Duo Security is a strong SaaS product to fill the very specific infrastructure gap of 2-factor...
Duo Security is a strong SaaS product to fill the very specific infrastructure gap of 2-factor authentication for infrastructure.
Pros
Duo Security is a great product to fill a very specific gap in infrastructure security, specifically for SSH management. For requirements for 2-factor authentication for SSH, Duo is quick to implement
Cons
Duo is difficult to enroll users with, which creates a significantly higher administrative overhead than other options. There are also significantly more delays in the Duo pushed-based notification systems (depending on the user and their network, etc.), which can cause issues for users authenticating.
- Industry: Accounting
- Company size: 11-50 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Works Well
Reviewed on 25/2/2021
Duo security works perfectly to add additional security to our login process.
Duo security works perfectly to add additional security to our login process.
Pros
I like the simplicity of the multifactor authentication process. It was easy to deploy on our phones and works perfectly each day.
Cons
I do not have any cons to list. This product functions as it should and does the job. Compared to the product that we switched from though, I do feel that DUO provides less security.
- Industry: Pharmaceuticals
- Company size: 11-50 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10
Beware! Customer service has been non-existent following Cisco acquisition
Reviewed on 10/3/2020
Pros
We have used Duo for many years. It was easy to implement and has always worked well.
Cons
Last year we negotiated bulk pricing and paid in advance for a 14-month term. Later we discovered that they had never provisioned our licenses and were still billing our credit card. Now, four months later, after numerous phone calls and more than a dozen emails, they have still not provisioned the licenses we paid for. They have acknowledged that this is their mistake and they need to fix it, but they seem incapable of doing so.
I get the sense that their organization is completely dysfunctional following the Cisco acquisition. Given that they cannot solve the challenge of "how does a customer purchase your software?", I am worried what might happen if you came to them with anything more difficult.
- Industry: Higher Education
- Company size: 51-200 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Works well the best I've ever downloaded
Reviewed on 19/3/2021
Duo is a product that gives me peace of mind, I am sure because I know that I am the only one who...
Duo is a product that gives me peace of mind, I am sure because I know that I am the only one who can access my personal data through login or websites.
Pros
In fact, Duo Security, give me a lot of security to work the only one who can access my base without restrictions and without any kind of problems, and a wonderful product, I like using it more, very good to know that I can count on you this software for any type of safe and effective work.
Cons
It could be more practical, I didn't need to confirm every time you enter a Sait, so it gets a little tiring and a little difficult for those who are beginners. The Duo could improve in the following way, not asking for a reminder every time you log in to your device. "Remember" a device, so that personal work is not so exhausting
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$1.00/month
- Pricing model: Free, 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. What are the main features of Duo Security?
We do not have any information about Duo Security features
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+
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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