Post by K'Sennia Visitor on Nov 24, 2018 23:34:44 GMT
Turning on Two-Step Verification
Here's how to enable Amazon's Two-Step Verification, a feature that adds an extra layer of security by asking you to enter a unique security code in addition to your password on computers and devices that you haven't designated as trusted.
To enable Two-Step Verification:
Go to Advanced Security Settings.
Click Get Started to set-up Two-Step Verification.
Add your primary phone number (this phone must be able to receive SMS messages) or download and configure an authenticator app and click Send code.
Enter the code that was sent to your phone number or generated through the authenticator app and click Verify code and continue.
Do either of the following:
Add a back-up phone number and decide on delivery format (text message or voice call).
Download and configure an authenticator app. This will allow you to generate security codes when you're unable to receive messages to your device.
Note: You won't be able to turn on Two-Step Verification without adding a back-up phone number . This is so that you have a back-up option to receive a security code if you no longer have access to your primary mobile device .
You won't be able to turn on Two-Step Verification without adding a back-up phone number . This is so that you have a back-up option to receive a security code if you no longer have access to your primary mobile device.
Note:
For instructions on how to log-in to your Amazon.com account using Two-Step Verification, see Signing in to Your Account with Two-Step Verification.
For instructions on how to disable Two-Step Verification, see Disabling Two-Step Verification.
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Since there was a data breach on Tuesday, I thought I'd start a post on how to set up two step verification.
The news/not news about what maybe happened can be found here -
techcrunch.com/2018/11/21/amazon-admits-it-exposed-customer-email-addresses-doubles-down-on-secrecy/
Amazon emailed users Tuesday, warning them that it exposed an unknown number of customer email addresses after a “technical error” on its website.
When reached for comment, an Amazon spokesperson told TechCrunch that the issue exposed names as well as email addresses. “We have fixed the issue and informed customers who may have been impacted.” The company emailed all impacted users to be cautious.
In response to a request for specifics, a spokesperson said the company had “nothing to add beyond our statement.” The company denies there was a data breach of its website of any of its systems, and says it’s fixed the issue, but dismissed our request for more info including the cause, scale and circumstances of the error.
Amazon’s reticence here puts those impacted at greater risk. Users don’t know which of Amazon’s sites was impacted, who their email address could have been exposed to, or any ballpark figure of the number of victims. It’s also unclear whether it has or plans to contact any government regulatory bodies.
“We’re contacting you to let you know that our website inadvertently disclosed your email address due to a technical error,” said Amazon in the email with the subject line: “Important Information about your Amazon.com Account.” The only details Amazon provided were that: “The issue has been fixed. This is not a result of anything you have done, and there is no need for you to change your password or take any other action.”
