CMGT 431 Wk 3 Discussion – Authentication Methodologies

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students. If postings only occur on 1 day instead of the required 2, the overall grade of the postings will be reduced by 10 points or 50% of the grade, whichever is less.

DQ Response Due Thursday(20 points) (2 Point late penalty applies for late submission.)

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words (Points may be deducted for short responses):

Authentication ensures only authorized users are allowed into an organization’s network. As threats become more sophisticated, it is critical to have strong authentication in place from the policy, process, and technology perspective.

• Describe the various mechanisms for implementing authentication to access a network. Why is single-factor authentication not enough protection in today’s network environment?
• Discuss how integration of Identity-as-a-Service (IDaaS) can improve authentication capabilities in your chosen organization.

Replies Due Monday (10 points each) (Not accepted late – postings after the week ends do not count toward the score.)

Reply to at least 2 posting. Be constructive and professional in your responses. Postings must be substantive.