MFA for Fortinet VPN

Fortinet VPN MFA

Fortinet VPN is a solution that enables organizations to provide secure, encrypted connections for remote users accessing internal resources. VPN solutions protect data transmissions over the internet, which is especially critical when employees access corporate resources from remote locations. However, relying solely on username and password authentication to secure access to the Fortinet VPN poses significant security risks, as passwords can be easily compromised through phishing attacks or other forms of credential theft.

MFA adds an additional layer of protection for VPN connections by requiring users to verify their identity through multiple factors. This approach significantly reduces the likelihood of unauthorized access, even if a user's password is compromised. ADSelfService Plus offers an advanced MFA feature that integrates seamlessly with the Fortinet VPN. It ensures compliance with regulations and mandates like NIST SP 800-63B, the GDPR, HIPAA, and the PCI DSS by offering strong MFA measures and flexible authentication options, allowing organizations to select the method that best suits their needs.

Advanced authenticators for Fortinet VPN

ADSelfService Plus provides multiple authentication methods to secure Fortinet VPN MFA, including:

Enabling MFA for Fortinet VPN with ADSelfService Plus

ADSelfService Plus integrates with Fortinet VPN to provide robust MFA capabilities. Admins can configure specific MFA policies for Fortinet VPN users based on user roles, departments, domains, organizational units, and groups under particular conditions. Admins have the flexibility to select which authenticators users must use for MFA. This integration not only enhances security but also ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.

Here is how it works:

• User authentication: When a user attempts to connect to the Fortinet VPN, they will first enter their username and password. ADSelfService Plus prompts the user for additional authentication factors.
• MFA options: ADSelfService Plus supports multiple authentication methods, including OTP via email or SMS, push notification, biometric authentication, and QR code authentication.
• Verification: The user completes the MFA challenge using one of the configured methods. For example, they may enter the OTP they received or approve the push notification.
• VPN access granted: Once the additional factor is successfully verified, the user gains access to the network.

Benefits of using ADSelfService Plus' VPN MFA

• Customizable authentication methods: Choose from various authentication methods supported by ADSelfService Plus, such as OTPs, biometrics, or hardware tokens, tailored to your security needs and preferences.
• Support for conditional access policies: Implement conditional access policies that allow for a more nuanced and adaptive security approach. These conditions include IP address, geolocation, device type, and time of access. Tailor the level of MFA based on the risk of an access attempt by analyzing factors such as user behavior, location, and device used.
• Comprehensive reporting: Get real-time audit reports, capturing detailed logs of all MFA attempts. These reports include critical information such as the time of the MFA attempt, the device type used, the IP address, and the specific authenticator used. This level of visibility enables organizations to quickly identify and respond to potential security incidents.
• User-friendly experience: The integration of ADSelfService Plus' MFA with Fortinet VPN offers a smooth and user-friendly experience, simplifying the authentication process and providing users with a seamless way to securely connect to their network resources from anywhere.

Supported VPN providers:

ADSelfService Plus' VPN MFA capability is built on the standard RADIUS protocol, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of RADIUS-based VPN providers. This includes options like

Beyond VPNs, ADSelfService Plus extends its MFA capabilities to non-VPN RADIUS endpoints like Citrix Gateway, Microsoft Remote Desktop Gateway, and VMware Horizon View.

You can also enable MFA to secure non-VPN RADIUS endpoints such as Citrix Gateway, Microsoft Remote Desktop Gateway, and VMware Horizon View.