Articles (6)

About the Security Alert Authentication Method Change Email

Explains what triggers the "Security Alert: Authentication method change on your account" email, what each part of it means, and what to do next.

Enrolling in Phishing Resistant MFA

This article describes the phishing resistant multi-factor authentication (PRMFA) methods available to University of Maine System (UMS) users, which methods are recommended, and which are not allowed.

MFA Authentication Methods

This article describes the multi-factor authentication (MFA) methods available to University of Maine System users, which methods are recommended, and which are not allowed.

MFA Methods That Support Accessibility Needs

Explains which Microsoft Entra MFA methods work well for people with various accessibility needs, and how to request an accommodation if none of them meet your needs.

MFA Sign-In Experience: What to Expect

This article explains how often you will be asked to sign in with MFA and why the experience differs depending on the device you are using.

MFA Without a Smartphone: Your Options (Entra MFA)

If you don't have a smartphone, your phone does not meet the minimum requirements for the Microsoft Authenticator app, or you'd simply rather not use your phone for multi-factor authentication (MFA), this article covers your alternatives: passkeys, third-party authenticator apps, and hardware security keys.