Duo 2-Step Authentication requirement for VPN
Beginning on February 15, 2021, as part of the ongoing security improvements at Kutztown University, Duo 2-Step Authentication will be required for VPN access. Please review the instructions below and have your 2-Step Authentication device available when logging into VPN.
Log in to VPN with the FortiClient with Duo 2-Step Authentication
Log in using one of the below methods
Method 1 - Log in using Push Notification or Phone Call
Log into FortiClient with your Kutztown University Credentials
Please note, the VPN does not notify you for 2-Step Authentication
Instead, check Status. When it gets to 45%, look for your Duo 2-Step Authentication Push or Phone Call
Method 2 - Log in using 6-digit One Time Passcode from the Duo Mobile app or hardware token
Log in using your KU username and password. Add the passcode to the end of the password separated by a comma with no space.
Example
Username: Avalanche
Password: Im@GoldenBear,123456
Log in to KUConnect Web Portal (Less Common) with Duo 2-Step Authentication
Log in to https://kuconnect.kutztown.edu/ with your Kutztown University Credentials
Log in using one of the below methods
Method 1 - Log in using Push Notification or Phone Call
Log in to KUConnect Web Portal with you Kutztown University Credentials
Please note, the VPN does not notify you for 2-Step Authentication
Method 2 - Log in using 6-digit One Time Passcode from the Duo Mobile app or hardware token
Log in using your KU username and password. Add the passcode to the end of the password separated by a comma with no space.
Example
Username: Avalanche
Password: Im@GoldenBear,123456