Cisco Duo Blog
Single Sign-On (SSO)
SAML, OAuth, or OIDC: How to choose the right protocol
Application architecture, user types, and security trade-offs all shape your decision. Compare your options and find the best fit for your environment.
Passwordless for Microsoft 365 starts with federation
Federation lets you go passwordless for Microsoft 365 without migrating apps. See how Duo SSO replaces the password prompt with passkeys and Duo Push.
How to build IdP failover with backup and split strategies
Your organization can't afford a single point of failure in identity. Explore backup and split IdP architectures to maintain authentication continuity.
Why single-IdP dependency is your biggest identity risk
Most organizations rely on a single Identity Provider for every access decision. Learn why IdP concentration risk is a critical vulnerability and how to assess your exposure.
Solving the double prompt: Better UX with AMR in Duo SSO
Eliminate redundant MFA prompts with AMR in Duo SSO. Meet Salesforce and Google mandates while ensuring a seamless user experience.
Cisco Systems Named a Customers’ Choice in Gartner® Peer Insights™ 2026 Voice of the Customer for User Authentication
Verified reviews led to Cisco Duo’s recognition as a Customers’ Choice in the Gartner® Peer Insights™ 2026 Voice of the Customer for User Authentication Report for the second year in a row.
Raising the bar: Duo redefines what is essential for access management
By combining strong authentication, attack-resistant MFA, Passwordless, SSO, and Trusted Endpoints all-in-one, Duo redefines access management.
