Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), also known as two-step or two-factor authentication, is a security enhancement that allows you to provide two pieces of evidence, or "factors", to confirm your identity when logging in to your RDS Secure Website account. These credentials fall into two categories: something you know (i.e., your Login ID and Password) and something you have (i.e., your personal device).
Updated Federal security policies require that each RDS Secure Website account must activate Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) prior to accessing the RDS Secure Website. Users must enter their Login ID, Password, and MFA token to access the Secure Website. MFA can be configured on only one device at a time. CMS' RDS Center has implemented Google Authenticator as the independent token generation software for the RDS Secure Website. Google Authenticator is a free application that is available for download to an iOS or Android device.
Individuals are responsible for maintaining and protecting their RDS Secure Website account access. It is a violation of Federal law to share or transfer user accounts or Login and Password information.
Refer to Multi-Factor Authentication for additional information.