In UC’s ongoing commitment to safeguarding and protecting your data, UC Berkeley is introducing enhanced security verification for accessing UCPath. The changes will take effect by March 31, 2025.
What to Know
Employees currently using SMS (text messages), simple hardware tokens, or an outdated Duo Mobile App, will need to move to a stronger authentication method to access UCPath starting February 28, 2025.
What to Do
Take action now to avoid interruption:
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If you do not have the Duo Mobile App, install it on your smartphone through the App Store.
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Visit Android Duo Mobile or Apple Duo Mobile
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If you use the Duo Mobile App for CalNet 2-Step, update it to the latest version to support Verified Duo Push.
- Download your Duo Bypass Codes to use if you cannot use Verified Duo Push.
How to Use Verified Duo Push
1. Log in to UCPath using your CalNet ID and Passphrase
2. Click Sign In
3. Request a Duo Push as your second factor authentication.
4. A 4-digit code will appear on the login screen:
4. Open the Duo Mobile Application on your mobile device
5. Enter the 4-digit verification code from the login screen
6. Click Verify
7. Once the verification is complete, an “Approved” message will display, and you will be logged into UCPath
If you have additional questions about logging into UCPath or Verified Duo Push, pleaseemail CalNetorcreate an incident report in ServiceNow
We appreciate your attention and cooperation in supporting UC systemwide initiatives to protect our digital identities better. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and secure digital environment.
These changes are part of the Information Security Investment Plan (ISIP). Learn more about the plan, including scope, goals, and timeline, on the ISIP website.