TrueNas - P18 Secure TrueNAS with MFA (Google Authenticator) – Full Configuration Tutorial

Still running TrueNAS without MFA? That’s a security risk. In this video, you’ll learn how to secure TrueNAS with Google Authenticator MFA in just a few steps. Protect your storage, users, and data before it’s too late 🔐 1. Enable Two-Factor Authentication Globally • Meaning: → Enables MFA for the entire TrueNAS web interface (GUI). → When you log in via a browser, you will have to enter your password and an OTP code from your phone (Google Authenticator, etc.). • Application: → Used for administrators to log in and manage TrueNAS. 2. Enable Two-Factor Authentication for SSH • Meaning: → Enables MFA for SSH connections to TrueNAS. → When you use Putty, MobaXterm, or a terminal to SSH into TrueNAS, you will have to enter an OTP code in addition to your password. • Application: → Used to protect TrueNAS command-line access via SSH, preventing hacking even if your password is compromised. Next, use the Google Authenticator app on your phone to scan this code and set up initial authentication. The 2FA setup is complete. From now on, each login will require Google App Auth verification. You must enter the code from the app to log in. Next video: TrueNas - P19 ZFS Encryption Explained – Protect Your Data the RIGHT Way    • TrueNas - P19 ZFS Encryption Explained – P...   #TrueNAS #MFA #GoogleAuthenticator #TwoFactorAuthentication #NASecurity #TrueNASTutorial #DataSecurity #SysAdmin #HomeLab #ZeroTrust