Do you need a username and password for Internet access?
For an Internet facing site meant for general users, the username and password still prevails largely because there isn’t a better option. There are other options if you’re working in special environments, such as a company Intranet, where you have some control over the site visitors.
Do you need two factor authentication if you gave away your password?
Even if you accidentally gave away your password, hackers would need to get access to the second form of identification before they could enter your account. It’s strongly recommended that you turn on two-factor authentication for any essential account if possible.
Is there a way to reset a password more than once?
The link to reset passwords should be designed so the reset request has a limited lifespan and can be only used one time. Create a unique token for each reset request, tied to the account requested and store it in a database. This token becomes part of the URL emailed to reset the password.
Why is the 301 Moved Permanently HTTP response code?
This has the same semantics as the 301 Moved Permanently HTTP response code, with the exception that the user agent must not change the HTTP method used: If a POST was used in the first request, a POST must be used in the second request. The server could not understand the request due to invalid syntax.
Do you need a password to get a random security code?
This is a two-step verification process that does not rely solely on a password, meaning the hacker needs both your password and the security code to access your account. A one-time random security code is sent via a SMS message, a phone app, an auxiliary device like a token or smart card, or a secondary email address.
What do you need to know to reset your password?
For security reasons, we do not record your password. Enter your username, Social Security number, and date of birth; Answer three identity verification questions; and Create and confirm a new password once we have successfully established your identity. To reset your password if you have forgotten your password reset answers:
Where do I Find my account username and password?
Enter your email address, Social Security number, and date of birth; and View your username in the “username” field of the sign-in screen. For security reasons, we do not record your password. Enter your username, Social Security number, and date of birth;
Can you put a verification code in a password box?
A verification code doesn’t replace your password, so it won’t work to enter a verification code in the password box. We use verification codes in addition to passwords as an extra layer of security in case someone else learns your password.