Lately there is more and more hacks, phishing and people are affraid of doing 2FA, because they think it will make things hard.
Sure it makes you do one extra step when logging in or withdrawing, but it can save you money. Set it up on all exchanges that you use. I also hope one day it will be on STEEM somehow but at least we have recovery option here so we are covered a little but more than on usual wallets.
What is 2FA
Two factor authentication. Means to do something it has to be two times checked, usualy by password and a generated token. The token can be on SMS, Email or Auth App. And i suggest AUth App.
Email or phone can be hacked, hijacked - Auth App is little bit harder but of course possible.
Set It Up
Usually exchanges use Google Authenticator so just download it. Now since you cant back it up,m a good idea is to install it on 2 different phones. Then load the app, scan code that exchange gives you and you are set.
The best is to set this on login and withdrawals. If exchange doesnt have this option - skip it!
I heard many "stories" that on certain exchanges people ALWAYS got "hacked" if they didnt set it up.
Do IT!
Dont be scared of technology, just do it. It will save you sometime in the future.
This also applies to Facebook, Gmail and many other sites. But exchanges hold your money that can be lost forever. Keep that in mind.
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2FA is a requirement for anyone taking security seriously. You also need to make sure you backup your authenticator secret, so you don't get locked out by your own 2FA if you lose one device. This was very concise and well written.
very good point. Another thing. If you keep your coins on an exchange, please withdraw it and keep them safe in a cold wallet (or hardware wallet -> trezor.io).
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@crystalgeometry , I totally agree with you on this. @gold84
2fa is not the greatest security around still. It's still hackable. I don't know why you all are agreeing with this. https://www.theverge.com/2017/7/10/15946642/two-factor-authentication-online-security-mess
Recently a lot of attempts trying to to get my information on Phishing... I also suggest what you point on this blog... thanks sharing @kingscrown
Well, da.
nice idea
yeah ! it is
@mohammedfelahi , I agree it is important to add the 2factor authentification. This adds high security to our accounta. @gold84
Always! use 2fa.!
I agree, 2FA is a must. I recently started using the Google Authenticator and it's actually easier to use than getting a code by SMS which can be hacked by social engineering access to your mobile phone account. However, I've heard some sites have a security flaw that allows hackers to bypass 2FA by using the password reset page. Someone with your user name and access to your email (many times your user name and email address are one and the same) can log-in to a site by using the password reset feature since many sites don't require 2FA for a password reset, and log you in automatically after you reset the password. Best advice, don't keep coins/fiat on exchanges.
Another reason to avoid SMS 2FA is due to the well documented flaws in SS7 (Signaling System 7)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Signalling_System_No._7
Google Authenicator is hands down one of the best apps for 2FA
I also read today that Apple users are being extorted even though they have 2FA setup on their accounts:
http://wccftech.com/apple-icloud-ransomware-campaign/
Great pointers, thanks.
That Apple story is amazing and another message to website and app designers tht 2FA can't work if you don't require it at all times. Giving access to account maintenance and password changing without 2FA is stupid!
I work in computer security and have seen a couple of websites which require 2FA on the surface, but do not actually check for the token, or offer a 'remember me' option which bypasses the 2FA. Businesses are more worried about the user experience (usability) than making the applications secure. They miss the point that if you get hacked, people definitely won't be using the website...
Yes. A false sense of security or a way to avoid blame when they are hacked. "We had 2FA."
google authenticator is not a good idea, if you loose your phone you will be in a big troble, use authy instead.
@kingscrown - Thank you for opening my eyes about 2FA. I tried it and was too lazy to use it. You have correctly pointed out that many people will find that extra step to be hard and ignore it. However, after reading your blog, I immediately went and updated 2FA security on all accounts and downloaded the Authy app.
Thanks. Upvoted full
regards
@vm2904
Get your purchase off the exchange seems prudent as well.. even more important.
Looking at exodus.io wallet lately; a universal wallet seems to be the real solution to much of this; should be far more secure than an exchange. And it will substitute for an exchange all together, much of the time ;-)
Trezor is the next step after that.
Just expect to get hacked, I would say...
Just started using Exodus a few days ago, and I love it. It's functional, and very pleasing on the eyes. A top-notch program.
the Pillar wallet is currently being developed - it will be a one stop shop for holding, utilizing and connecting all your crypto. Seriously, check out the Pillar project...
https://pillarproject.io/
My personal data locker; the last uber-app I'll ever need.
Have to say, this seems very centralized authority driven; lots of talk about EU gov mandates.
Hum, maybe not my cup of tea, since it's still thinking in terms of centralized authority.
its not good to have all the portfolio in one wallet, single point of failure,
Paper, hardware, software.
On the software side, sure is nice to RECEIVE 10 types of tokens with 1 wallet, and built in exchange means no need for outside exchanges, in many cases.
This in my mind, ads a great deal of security to my life.
It certainly is easier to administrate.
i never even leave my tiny tokens there in the first place, i don't wanna be sniffing with my teeth
Yes that is good advise. Well worth the extra effort to make it safer.
You should be careful though, SMS and call based 2FA can turn into a weak point due to mobile network flaw.
steemit however is safe due to multi level keys and withdraw delay.
well different keys more precisely rather than multi level, but true about withdrawal delays.
Yeah, I use 2FA on every email and financial website which supports it. Though going forward U2F would be the norm as it won't be specific to a service provider like Google (i.e. Authenticator app). For U2F you need a USB device which acts as a key and is more safer and concrete solution than 2FA.
One good thing which most people are not aware of is; hardware wallets like Trezor does support U2F and can be used as a key. The most secure way to safeguard any crucial data you have. The only disadvantage I see is you will need to have the physical device always. I have no idea if other wallets like Ledger Nano S supports it. Please check that out if you have it. Cheers!!!
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Nice thought.....
Two Factor Authentication is nice for me, as long as I don't lost my mobile devices
@babitaghale
it would still remain nice if you had authy as the 2FA
I've always been a fan of 2FA....just don't loose your phone!
or use authy
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It's better to be safe than sorry
Agreed. And don't procrastinate! Some people do. ;)
sorrow replenishes the soul some say ahahaha
Do not use Google Authenticator. If you lose your device's data and you don't have a backup of the Authenticator keys, then you are at the mercy of the account providers to reset your account. Authy is the best app as it keeps your keys online and syncs with other devices.
very nice point
Though sometimes it is annoying to have 2FA, its better to have it than sorry.
good point. Something else. On the off chance that you keep your coins on a trade, please pull back it and guard them in an icy wallet (or equipment wallet - > trezor.io).
Very good information, nicely presented. Don’t leave home without 2FA(so to speak) or in other words don’t do anything without it. More secure is always better. If someone thinks it is a hassle to do, just think how much hassle it would be if someone stole all of your money.
Nice info since i've seen many people lazy to add 2FA and then they regret their decision when their account is hacked.
But it's even better not to put your coins in exchange unless you're trader.
solamente mis amigos hay que seguir los pasos para tener mas seguridad en su información
Great thing your are talking about its very important in exchange website to set 2FA.
Google authenticator is awesome to use its really great app everyone need to use it.
If you set 2FA in any website you will get 100% Security in payment transactions.
Great thanks to @kingcrown for writing pos
post on 2FA.
in fact google authenticator does not deserve that much of credit since if you loose the phone there is no way to recover, unless u are only using it for google signin 2FA
Good to know.
thanks for the information i was hacked before i started using 2 FA even after that a lot failed attempt have also made on my account
Once set up, it's easier to use than the text message. Love the just do it video.
https://steemit.com/crypto/@deeplizard/gdax-login-using-google-authenticator
@kingscrown, you done a lot for steemians. 2FA is wonderful creation and you r saying right that every member should use it, i will follow your advise. thanks a lot for sharing that information.
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very useful security post. thanks for sharing.
Thanks for posting. I am new to crypto. Steem popped my cherry! I am learning slowly but surely. Just figured out today what key I'm supposed to be using to log in.
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Great post @kingscrown. 2FA is best way to avoid phishing attacks.
Depends on the type of attack, teaching yourself about all types of attacks and how to spot them is also a very good way of avoiding attacks.
2FA is an absolute MUST for EVERYTHING these days!
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Good idea .thx for shareing it with us.
Easy to setup and a BIG difference in the account security!
Thanks for helping the community
2FA is key right now. I'm waiting for the day when things like Trezors are used for 2FA throughout any platform (there is a short-list of applications that currently allow for Trezor integration).
Especially in terms of crypto exchanges - why big exchanges like Polo, Coinbase and Bittrex haven't added hardware integration is beyond me.
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I wouldn't mind if it were being 3 Factor Authentication. Security is important and with Rising technology, you can't protect yourself enough from thieves and criminals.
I whole heartly agree
It will be great to see Steemit make that leap with 2FA or 3FA. Thanks @kingscrown!
I use WinAuth for Windows, with the data stored on a VeraCrypt partition :)
What if you lose your Windows one day on the street ? No I am kidding.
It's called backups (something I repeated a million times in my posts) 😄
What would it take to have someone add two factor authentication for steemit.com?
I have an account in some exchange, and there was always a login email in other countries, my luck is that I had nothing in the exchanges, after that I activated security in 2 steps in everything I use.
Not only exchange accounts, anything critical should be using 2FA and cell phone text messages is a very poor second factor. Unfortunately, this is commonly used but is easy to get around using social engineering.
I wish steemit has 2FA. Without it, it is like 2nd class
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wow! nice!!!