Adaptive MFA

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What Is adaptive MFA?

Adaptive MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication) is a dynamic authentication method that adjusts the verification level based on the risk of each login attempt.
It increases security while reducing unnecessary friction for users by applying stronger verification only when needed.

Contextual signals

Risk assessment based on location, device type, time of day, and user behavior.

Flexible authentication flows

Adjust verification steps dynamically using conditional access policies.

Conditional access

Define adaptive rules for triggering MFA based on login context.

Compliance-Ready

Meet enterprise requirements: GDPR, PSD2, HIPAA, NIST, SOC2.

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Key Benefits of Adaptive MFA

Dynamic, Risk-Based authentication

  • Adjusts authentication steps in real time.
  • Evaluates login context: IP, device, location, time.
  • Applies strong MFA only when risk is detected.

Flexible identity workflows

  • Customize Keycloak flows with authentication conditions.
  • Trigger MFA only for suspicious or non-compliant sessions.
  • Combine Adaptive MFA with SSO and Centralized IAM.

Contextual intelligence & continuous evaluation

  • Continuous context-aware re-authentication.
  • Based on risk signals like device reputation, IP, behavior, fingerprint.
  • Aligns with Zero Trust principles.

Why adaptive MFA with Keycloak?

  • MFA Options: OTP (One-Time Password), WebAuthn, Passkeys, Magic Links
  • WebAuthn & Biometrics: Support for FIDO2, fingerprint, face recognition
  • Authentication Conditions: Apply logic based on IP, location, or device type
  • Scriptable Authenticators: Implement custom risk scoring and flows authentication.
  • Client Policies: Define profiles and dynamic authentication requirements
  • SSO Integration: Combine with federated identity and centralized IAM
  • Continuous Authentication: Validate identity passively throughout session

Adaptive MFA: Keycloak vs Okta vs Auth0

Feature
Keycloak Adaptive MFA
Okta Adaptive MFA
Auth0 Adaptive MFA

Dynamic Risk Evaluation

via scripting & conditions

native

native

WebAuthn & Biometrics

OTP / Magic Links
  • (custom)
  • (native)
  • (native)

Custom Logic (code/scripts)
  • full control
  • Limited
  • Limited

Vendor Lock-In
  • open source

proprietary

proprietary

Integration with IAM & SSO

native support

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Experts in Keycloak

Custom flows, MFA scripting, advanced IAM design

Full IAM Stack

Adaptive MFA, SSO, CIAM, federation, centralized IAM

Enterprise Focus

Banking, SaaS, government and healthcare customers

24/7 Support & SLAs

We ensure your login infrastructure stays secure

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Need clarity on adaptive multi-factor authentication with Keycloak?

Adaptive MFA (adaptive multi-factor authentication) is a dynamic authentication approach where the system evaluates the risk of a login attempt and decides whether additional verification is necessary. Risk signals like device, location, or login time help determine if MFA should be triggered.

While Keycloak does not have a built-in “adaptive MFA engine” like Okta Adaptive MFA or Auth0 Adaptive MFA, it supports customizable authentication flows, conditional logic, and risk-aware mechanisms that allow for adaptive authentication scenarios to be implemented.

Okta Adaptive MFA provides a ready-to-use risk engine. Keycloak, on the other hand, offers greater flexibility through open-source customization, scripting, and authentication conditions. You can build tailored risk-based logic in Keycloak — without vendor lock-in.

Yes — with conditional flows, client policies, and script-based authenticators, Keycloak allows you to define access conditions based on IP address, device type, or other risk factors, enabling adaptive MFA using conditional access.

Keycloak supports a wide range of authentication factors:

Yes. Many companies transition from Auth0 Adaptive MFA to Keycloak to reduce licensing costs and gain full control over identity logic. We help clients migrate authentication flows while maintaining risk-based access and security requirements.

It depends on your requirements. Basic MFA is straightforward. Adaptive MFA requires setting up custom flows, optionally using JavaScript authenticators, and configuring client policies. Inteca can help you design, implement, and maintain these securely.

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