4 ways hackers can break 2FA—and why you should still use it anyway

Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of defense against hackers—even if your password is stolen or guessed, another checkpoint will block account access. I regularly recommend enabling 2FA as a wise security move, especially for any valuable accounts (e.g., primary email address, banking services, etc.). But unfortunately, 2FA isn’t failproof.

Truthfully, no security measure is. For 2FA, attackers have discovered ways to sidestep the stronger protection. Whether exploiting human weaknesses or known system vulnerabilities, the effect is similar to kicking a door down to get past the deadbolt.

The good news: Knowing how common forms of 2FA can be bypassed will help you avoid a hacker’s tricks—and continue getting the full benefit of having 2FA at your back. Think of it akin to s