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    Cisco Duo - Essentials Edition

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    Cisco Duo provides the only security-first Identity and Access Management (IAM) solution to protect organizations from identity-based threats. Duo integrates all necessary components to serve as the sole IAM platform, while operating as a unified defense layer across your existing identity infrastructure

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    Cisco Duo provides the only security-first Identity and Access Management (IAM) solution to protect organizations from identity-based threats. Duo integrates all necessary components to serve as the sole IAM platform, while operating as a unified defense layer across your existing identity infrastructure.

    Duo Essentials is a strong security-first IAM solution that includes:

    Duo Directory: simplify your identity stack using Duo as your source of truth for identity and security, removing the need for an external authentication source.

    Phishing-resistant MFA: prevent MFA bypass with Duo Proximity Verification by verifying the authentication and access devices are in close proximity.

    Duo Single Sign-On (SSO) with Duo Central: provide a consistent user experience and easy application access with a single login.

    AI Assistant: AI-powered conversational interface that helps administrators in their daily workflows.

    Complete Passwordless: enable an end-to-end passwordless experience from initial enrollment to authentication without falling back to passwords or reliance on third-party identity providers.

    Trusted Endpoints: block access from unknown, unregistered devices and only allow trusted devices to gain access to resources.

    Before subscribing, you are required to sign up on the Duo website https://signup.duo.com  to create a Duo ID. For questions related to product, pricing or private offers, reach out to our team at sales@duo.com 

    Highlights

    • Duo delivers a unified, security-first IAM solution with robust, phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication, protecting organizations from identity-based threats across their entire authentication chain.
    • Duo simplifies identity management by consolidating components like Duo Directory, single sign-on, and passwordless authentication, reducing total cost of ownership and streamlining both user access and administrative tasks.
    • The platform leverages AI for continuous identity monitoring and offers features such as Trusted Endpoints and an AI-powered assistant, ensuring proactive threat detection and enhanced productivity without complex implementations.

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    Cisco Duo - Essentials Edition

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    $1,800.00

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    Overview

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    Multi-Factor Authentication
    Phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication with proximity verification to prevent authentication bypass
    Identity Management
    Centralized identity directory serving as a single source of truth for authentication and security
    Single Sign-On
    Unified single sign-on mechanism providing consistent user access across multiple applications
    Device Trust
    Endpoint security controls to block access from unknown or unregistered devices and enforce trusted device policies
    Passwordless Authentication
    Complete end-to-end passwordless authentication experience without reliance on traditional password mechanisms
    Identity Management
    Centralized cloud directory platform supporting cross-platform identity management across multiple operating systems and infrastructure resources
    Single Sign-On
    Passwordless authentication with multi-factor authentication supporting over 900 pre-built applications and integration with major identity providers
    Device Management
    Cross-OS server and device management capabilities for Windows, macOS, iOS, Linux, AWS Linux AMIs, and Android platforms
    Access Control
    Group-based permissions and conditional access controls for securing resource access across different infrastructure environments
    Platform Integration
    Native integrations with AWS Identity Center, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and HRIS platforms for comprehensive identity ecosystem management
    Single Sign-On (SSO)
    Supports automatic user synchronization across multiple directories with one-click access to corporate applications across on-premises and cloud environments
    Multi-Factor Authentication
    Provides diverse authentication methods including passwordless, passkeys, one-time passcodes, push notifications, biometric data, and security keys with real-time reporting capabilities
    Identity Lifecycle Management
    Enables role-based user provisioning with least-privileged access controls and automated user management workflows
    Cloud Directory Services
    Offers secure cloud-based directory management with web interface for managing users, authentication policies, and access controls
    Security Integration
    Supports pre-built authentication connectors with third-party web applications and integrations with cloud infrastructure platforms like AWS IAM, AWS SSO, Amazon Cognito, and Amazon EventBridge

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    What do you dislike about the product?
    Limited features (MFA only, no device insights or advanced policies)
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    What do you like best about the product?
    I like best about Cisco Duo is its intuitive mobile App and seamless push-based authentication, which makes secure access fast and user-friendly across all devices and platforms.
    What do you dislike about the product?
    Cisco Duo's reliance on internet connectivity and its limited offline access can disrupt authentication workflows, especially in bandwidth-constrained environments.
    What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
    Cisco Duo solves the critical challenge of unauthorized access by enforcing multi-factor authentication across devices and platforms, helping us prevent phishing, credential theft, and lateral movements. Its seamless integration with cloud sevices and adaptive policies ensures secure, scalable access-reducing risk while improving user experience and operational agility.
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    I don't have much about Cisco Duo because sometimes it takes some Time for login prompt.
    What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
    Mostly I used Cisco Duo for Multi Factor Authentication and Single Sign On. It is very useful and benefiting for me. It solves my security MFA concerns.
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