User Authentication Setup
Configure secure user authentication with multiple verification methods.
Authentication Methods
Password Authentication
- Strong Password Requirements: Complexity enforcement
- Password History: Prevent password reuse
- Password Expiration: Regular password updates
- Account Lockout: Failed attempt protection
Multi-Factor Authentication
- TOTP Authenticators: Time-based one-time passwords
- SMS Verification: Mobile phone verification
- Email Verification: Email-based codes
- Hardware Tokens: Physical security keys
Configuration Steps
Basic Setup
- Navigate to Settings > Authentication
- Configure password policies
- Enable MFA requirements
- Set session timeouts
- Configure lockout policies
Advanced Settings
- SSO Integration: Single sign-on setup
- LDAP Connection: Directory service integration
- OAuth Providers: Third-party authentication
- SAML Configuration: Enterprise authentication
Security Features
Session Management
- Secure Sessions: Encrypted session tokens
- Session Timeout: Automatic logout
- Concurrent Sessions: Multiple device handling
- Session Monitoring: Active session tracking
Risk-Based Authentication
- Device Recognition: Known device tracking
- Location Analysis: Geographic risk assessment
- Behavioral Analytics: Usage pattern analysis
- Adaptive Authentication: Dynamic security requirements
