IT decision-makers need to evolve beyond two-factor authentication (2FA) and design new ways to make user verification process intelligent and risk-aware. IBM Security Systems chief technology officer Sridhar Muppidi said existing 2FA systems provide some protection against cyber risks, but they are not a panacea. Instead, he suggested that users explore a mixture of push notifications and advanced technologies to verify identities. Cybercriminals have identified a vulnerability in the method phones used to authenticate identities. They are exploiting this vulnerability to steal valuable data and resources.”]