Multi-Factor Authentication for Business Applications
Protect user sign-in and sensitive business operations with flexible MFA policies and multiple verification methods
Why Visual Guard for Application MFA?
Designed for Existing Applications
Add MFA to existing PowerBuilder, .NET, Java and web applications without redesigning their authentication.
Cost-Effective MFA
Add strong authentication without the cost and complexity of a traditional enterprise MFA platform.
Flexible MFA Policies
Define MFA requirements centrally and adapt them by application, user, group or context.
MFA Where It Matters
Require stronger verification for sensitive features and business operations, not just at sign-in.
How MFA Works with Visual Guard
Visual Guard applies an MFA challenge after the user's primary authentication, according to the policy defined for the application.
1. User signs in
With the application's authentication method.
2. Visual Guard applies the MFA policy
Global or application-level rules determine whether additional verification is required.
3. User completes MFA verification
Using an authenticator app, one-time code or secure verification link.
Choose the Verification Method That Fits Your Users
Visual Guard supports several MFA methods for different user populations and application scenarios.
Authenticator Apps
Use Microsoft Authenticator and compatible TOTP applications.
Email / SMS One-Time Codes
Send a one-time password that users enter during authentication.
Secure Verification Links
Allow users to confirm authentication through a secure link sent by email or SMS.
Control When MFA Is Required
Define MFA requirements centrally while retaining the flexibility to adapt them to each application.
- Apply MFA policies globally or at application level
- Define when users need to verify again during a session
- Manage MFA enrollment and grace-login scenarios
- Adapt MFA requirements by application and individual user.
Protect Sensitive Business Operations
Visual Guard can request additional verification before a sensitive operation while keeping normal application usage unchanged.
This allows stronger verification to be applied where the business risk justifies it.
Integrate with Existing Identity Environments
Visual Guard can work with existing enterprise identity environments and authentication services, including Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID. The application communicates with Visual Guard, which manages MFA workflows, policies and connections to the selected authentication services.
Plug-and-Play MFA Integration
Integrate MFA into existing applications with dedicated components for PowerBuilder and .NET.
MFA Expertise from Integration to Deployment
Our consultants combine application development and security expertise to support your MFA implementation from start to finish.
Using PowerBuilder?
Visual Guard provides dedicated components for integrating MFA into existing PowerBuilder applications.
A dedicated PowerBuilder page explains how Visual Guard integrates with PowerBuilder authentication, supports sensitive business operations and connects to authentication services.
More Visual Guard Capabilities
Visual Guard is a centralized security platform for managing identity and access, with auditing and reporting across business applications.
User & Group Management
Centralize users, groups and identity administration across your applications.
Authentication
Extend authentication beyond MFA with Single Sign-On and integration with Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.
Application Authorization
Manage user permissions and control access to application screens, features, business operations and sensitive data.
Audit Trails & Reporting
Track authentication events, security administration changes and sensitive business operations, with reporting for security reviews and audits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Visual Guard add MFA to an existing application?
Yes. Visual Guard is designed to integrate MFA and application security services into existing application environments.
Which MFA methods are available?
Visual Guard supports authenticator applications using TOTP, one-time codes sent by email or SMS, and secure verification links.
Can different applications use different MFA policies?
Yes. MFA policies can be defined centrally and configured globally or per application.
Can MFA be required only for sensitive operations?
Yes. An application can request additional verification when a specific business operation requires stronger authentication.
Can Visual Guard work with Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID?
Yes. Visual Guard supports integration with enterprise identity environments including Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.
Does Visual Guard support PowerBuilder?
Yes. Visual Guard provides dedicated components for integrating MFA into existing PowerBuilder applications. See the dedicated MFA for PowerBuilder page for details.
Discuss Your MFA Project
Get expert guidance on the best way to introduce MFA into your application environment.