Duo Verified Push further increases the security of your account and the campus network by preventing potential phishing and other credential-stealing attacks. It also reduces the likelihood of accidental approval of malicious login attempts.
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Questions frequently asked about Duo Verified Push
How do I use Verified Push?
Verified Push ties your active login session, such as logging into email, and the Duo push approval together by generating a code on the page you are logging into and verifying that login with Duo's mobile app.
1. A four-digit number will be displayed on the screen when you attempt to log in to a service.
2. That number will then need to be entered in the Duo mobile app before hitting ‘Verify’ and continuing.
Will Verified Push time out?
If your Duo attempt runs out of time, you can Try again, or use other options you may have previously configured.
Can I be locked out?
After several incorrect attempts, Duo will lock you out for 10 minutes Further attempts to log in to a service will result in Duo confirming that you are locked out.
What if I did not initiate this Verified Push?
If you received this push in your mobile app unexpectedly, you can report it by tapping "I'm not logging in" from the mobile app. You should also change your password and contact OTS by creating a TechHelp request or calling 410-704-5151.
Additional information may be found at Duo's site: https://guide.duo.com/universal-prompt#verified-push
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