10th International Congress on Information and Communication Technology

Authors - Kuhlula Mathebula, Noluntu Mpekoa, Khutso Lebea
Abstract - This research aims to assess the suitability of a multi-factor authentication (MFA) scheme for protecting a university's Wi-Fi network from threat actors. Given the vulnerabilities of current single-factor authentication methods, which often rely on usernames and passwords, implementing MFA is proposed as a more secure alternative. MFA enhances security by requiring users to pass through multiple authentication mechanisms, such as knowledge-based, possession-based, and biometric methods, making unauthorised access significantly more difficult. The research seeks to determine the most effective combination of authentication factors for a university environment. The research findings may have broader implications for securing educational institutions' networks.