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| Formerly | Duo Security LLC (2010–2018) |
|---|---|
| Company type | Subsidiary |
| Industry | Cybersecurity, Software |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Founders | Dug Song, Jon Oberheide |
| Headquarters | Ann Arbor, Michigan , United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Parent | Cisco Systems |
| Website | www |
Duo Security, Inc. is an American cybersecurity company that provides cloud-based access security, identity management, and multi-factor authentication (MFA) services. The company’s software verifies user identities and evaluates the security posture of their devices before granting access to applications. Duo Security is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cisco Systems, which agreed to acquire it in 2018 for US $2.35 billion.[1]
History
[edit]Duo Security was founded in 2010 by Dug Song and Jon Oberheide in Ann Arbor, Michigan.[2] By 2016, Duo expanded beyond two-factor authentication (2FA), adding device-trust features and adaptive access policies within the emerging field of Zero Trust security. In August 2018, Cisco announced its intent to acquire Duo Security for US $2.35 billion;[3] the acquisition closed on October 1, 2018, integrating Duo into Cisco’s Security Business Group as part of its broader Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Zero Trust strategy.[4]
Security and compliance
[edit]Duo’s platform applies Zero Trust principles, requiring continuous authentication and device validation across applications and endpoints. Duo outlines its operational practices and incident response framework on its public Security & Reliability page.[5] The company’s cloud service, achieved FedRAMP authorization for use in U.S. federal environments on November 15, 2019.[6]
Products and services
[edit]Duo’s cloud-based platform helps organizations verify user identities and device health before granting access to applications. Key offerings include:
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): supports verification via push notifications, passcodes, and platform authenticators.[7]
- Single Sign-On (SSO): enables centralized authentication to multiple applications.[8]
- Passwordless authentication: supports FIDO2/WebAuthn-based sign-in methods.[9]
See also
[edit]- Cisco Systems
- Zero trust architecture
- Multi-factor authentication
- Identity and access management
- Cybersecurity
References
[edit]- ^ "Cisco to buy cyber security company Duo for $2.35 billion". Reuters. August 2, 2018. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
- ^ "Change or be changed: An interview with Duo Security co-founders". Michigan Engineering News. University of Michigan. April 16, 2019. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
- ^ "Cisco is buying Duo Security for $2.35B in cash". TechCrunch. August 2, 2018. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
- ^ "Cisco Announces Completion of Acquisition of Duo Security" (Press release). Cisco Newsroom. October 1, 2018. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
- ^ "Security & Reliability for Trusted Access". duo.com. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
- ^ "Duo Federal". FedRAMP Marketplace. U.S. General Services Administration. November 15, 2019. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
- ^ "Duo Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)". duo.com. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
- ^ "Duo Single Sign-On (SSO)". duo.com. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
- ^ "Duo Passwordless Authentication". duo.com. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
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