# Kantara Cisco Duo Proximity Verification Summary Report - From: Cisco - Type: Video - Length: 12 pages - Language: English - Page: ## About it Traditional Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is no longer enough to combat sophisticated attacks like Adversary-in-the-Middle (AitM), which contribute to over 80% of identity-related breaches. This report, independently validated by the Kantara Initiative, highlights how Cisco Duo's innovative Proximity Verification delivers essential phishing resistance. By securely leveraging Bluetooth to confirm a user's physical presence near their computer, Duo Proximity Verification effectively neutralizes remote AitM attacks. The rigorous assessment confirms that Cisco Duo, when configured with features like Proximity Verification, meets the stringent requirements of the NIST SP 800-63B framework for Authenticator Assurance Level 2 (AAL2) and can achieve AAL3 in specific configurations. This validation underscores Duo's commitment to providing robust, deployable phishing-resistant MFA that enhances security without compromising the seamless user experience, making it a critical component for modern security strategies and compliance. ## Getting it It's free on the page: fill in a short form there to read it. Published on CXO Insights.