2FA
Americanabbreviation
Etymology
Origin of 2FA
First recorded in 2005–10
Example Sentences
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Setting up 2FA helps block bad actors who might know your password from accessing your private chat history.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 1, 2026
"Coinbase will never ask for your password, 2FA codes, or for you to transfer assets to a specific or new address, account, vault or wallet," it said.
From BBC ● May 15, 2025
As the cyber threat landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, 2FA, while useful in the fight against cybercrime, is not a silver bullet.
From Salon ● Sep. 6, 2024
One of the dangers associated with 2FA is the potential for user complacency.
From Salon ● Sep. 6, 2024
Advanced phishing kits can even intercept 2FA codes in real time, allowing attackers to log in before the user becomes aware of the breach.
From Salon ● Sep. 6, 2024
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