Adopt a security-first approach to identity with Duo Directory
Year after year, the headlines tell the same story: Identity-based threats continue to plague organizations of every size. According to <insert effectively any industry report>, identity is at the center of the majority of breaches.
Why? Too often, it's because security infrastructure is built on a cracked foundation of identity systems that are too old, too inadequate—or just don’t prioritize security. Many organizations are running outdated identity tools that are inherently vulnerable, or they're working with vendors who treat robust security as an expensive, optional add-on rather than a core requirement. In today's threat landscape, you need a partner who knows how to defend against sophisticated attacks, not one who isn't paying attention.
Duo: More than MFA, it's your IAM foundation
For years, Duo has been synonymous with best-in-class multi-factor authentication (MFA) and seamless single sign-on (SSO). We're proud of the trust we've built helping organizations implement access controls like MFA. But the security landscape doesn't stand still, and neither do we. In response to the persistent rise of identity-based attacks, we've evolved to provide the foundational identity services your organization needs with the new Duo Directory.
Duo Directory enables organizations to use Duo for all core components of their identity strategy. As a modern, cloud-native service, the new directory functionality:
Syncs effortlessly with your existing identity systems
Ingests custom attributes on the fly
Automates user provisioning to necessary applications
And, of course, it gives Duo the last (satisfying to place) piece of the puzzle required to provide core IAM.
Crucially, this isn't just about adding a new component. When you build on Duo Directory, you instantly unlock the powerful and robust security controls Duo has developed over the years to effectively address identity-based attacks from the ground up.
"But I already have a directory. Why change?"
We hear this question a lot, and it’s a fair one. Ripping out and replacing core identity infrastructure is a massive undertaking, and we would never ask you to do it overnight – or at all. That's why we designed Duo Directory for flexibility.
Duo Directory can be deployed standalone, acting as the primary identity directory for an organization - but it also easily integrates with other identity providers in a complementary fashion. When integrating with current identity infrastructure, Duo Directory can sit as a security layer unlocking advanced functionality like phishing-resistant MFA.
Unconvinced? Why not start by migrating some users who need tighter security controls, like system administrators or third-party contractors? This allows you to experience the security benefits in a controlled way.
Let’s address some reasons you may want to consider Duo IAM:
If you're running on older infrastructure or freemium infrastructure with limited functionality, introducing Duo Directory offers the perfect opportunity to modernize with a cloud-native solution that provides flexibility, granularity, and simplicity in identity management.
If you wish your current identity provider didn’t charge extra for security, Duo is the clear choice. We ensure robust security controls like strong MFA, Device Trust, and a path to Passwordless are not just available, but are foundational parts of the platform.
If you want the most future-proofed defenses on the market today, Duo's security-first approach culminates in what every organization needs: end-to-end phishing resistance. It's the industry's leading defense against the most sophisticated identity threats, and it's at the core of Duo's IAM philosophy.
By building on Duo Directory, you're not just managing identities—you're securing them with a new foundation of trust.
Ready to put security first? Reach out to one of our identity experts.