Multi-Factor Authentication

Multi Factor Authentication

Multi Factor (Two Factor) Authentication is required for William Paterson University VPN Access. If you have not signed up for Multi Factor Authentication, please request access using the ticket type Account -> VPN Access.

Using VPN with Multi Factor Authentication

After you have set up your account, you will continue to use the Cisco AnyConnect client as you have in the past.
When you provide your login credentials you will now be provided with a secondary authentication box. You can then either use an app on your android (or iphone) to generate a key OR type "push" in the secondary authentication box. Using "push" will send a notification to the app on your phone. (Using "sms" will initiate a text with an authentication key that will expire after one hour, or "phone" if you have signed up for a phone call.)

Setup and Software

One time setup

To use two factor authentication you must first configure your account access. Visit https://vpn.wpunj.edu, from an off campus connection, to set up your secondary method of authentication.
Select and configure your preferred method for secondary authentication. Options include the use of a mobile app, receiving a text message or a phone call with an authorization key. (This link is also available within WPConnect on the Employee Page Tab Under Information Technology/Resources or enter "two" in the WPConnect search box to locate the link.)

Login Page
Two Factor Info
Select Device Type
Input Phone Number
Select Phone Type
Phone App Information
Phone App Information
Phone App Information
Phone App Information
Scan QR Code during registration
Duo App has been associated with your account
Settings and Device Management Page
Authentication options if using WebVPN

Second Password Field

Authentication Method	Passcode
Duo App Push Verification	push	(See image 1. below)
Duo App to Generate Authentication Code	Enter Code displayed in App	(See image 2. below)
Text Message	sms	(You will receive a text message with a key that will expire after one hour)
Phone Call	phone	(If you have registered multiple phone numbers, enter phone1, phone2, as needed)

1. Authorizing access through the Duo App

2. Generating a Key in the Duo App

Duo App for Mobile Devices

"Duo Mobile" can be downloaded from either the Apple App Store or the GooglePlay Store.

iPhone Duo Application

Android Duo Application

Reauthorizing the Duo App

If you change mobile devices, or if your Duo App becomes disassociated with your account you will need to reactivate your App. You will need to login to VPN through a browser at https://vpn.wpunj.edu

1. Login Page