Integrate Duo 2FA Security Login to your Thinfinity® Workspace Remote Desktop access

Integrate Duo 2FA Security Login to your Thinfinity® Workspace Remote Desktop access

Introduction

In today’s digital landscape, safeguarding sensitive data and systems is essential. Adding Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) through Duo Security to Thinfinity Workspace provides an additional layer of protection against unauthorized access, even if passwords are compromised.

This guide outlines the steps to integrate Duo 2FA into Thinfinity Workspace, ensuring a secure and seamless login experience.


Prerequisites

  • A Duo Security account with administrator access.

  • Thinfinity Configuration Manager installed and accessible.

  • Duo Mobile app installed on your smartphone.


Step 1: Setting Up Duo Security

  1. Access the Duo admin login page and enter your credentials.
  2.  Add a New Application:
    1. Click on Applications tab, then select Protect an Application.
    2. Search for Web SDK in the application list, then click Protect to enable this application.



  3. On the application settings page, locate and note the following:
    • Client ID (Integration Key).
    • Client Secret (Secret Key).
    • API Hostname.


Step 2: Configuring Thinfinity Workspace
  1. Launch the Configuration Manager on the target machine.
  2. Navigate to the Authentication tab.
  3. Click Add and select DUO from the available authentication methods.




  1. Input the Integration Key, Secret Key, and API Hostname obtained from Duo. Then click Ok to save your settings.
 

      5. Click Apply Changes to finalize the Duo integration.

Step 3: Assigning Duo to an Authentication Method

  1. Open the Methods tab in Configuration Manager.
  2. Select your default authentication method (e.g., Active Directory, Google).
  3. On the 2FA Method dropdown select DUO.
  4. Click OK to save the configuration, then click Apply.


Step4: Verifying Duo Integration

  1. Log in to Thinfinity Workspace using your regular credentials.
  2. After entering your password, select one of the following Duo authentication options:
    • Push notification to the Duo Mobile app.
    • Phone call to the associated number.
    • SMS Passcode sent to your registered mobile device.
  3. Complete the chosen authentication method using the Duo Mobile app or passcode.
  4. Once verified, you'll be granted access to Thinfinity Workspace.

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Additional Notes
  1. Ensure Duo Mobile app is installed and configured on all devices used to access Thinfinity Workspace.
  2. For faster authentication, consider enabling push notifications.
  3. For advanced options, consult the Duo Security Documentation.


Need Assistance?

For further inquiries or technical support, feel free to reach out to our team. We are here to help ensure your Thinfinity Workspace is secure and optimized.

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