How to change the number of keys for a profile

MofNop is a generic threshold-consensus operation that requires M (the threshold value) of the N devices within a given profile to succeed (e.g., file decryption). This is known as "M-of-N".

The default configuration is an M consisting of two devices (i.e., 2 Keys):

  1. User's workstation, and
  2. User's mobile device.

 

Note: Keys on paper is considered a backup key and counted toward the N (number of keys) but cannot be used toward the M count because keys on paper cannot be used to approve a MofNop.

Increasing M-of-N

To increase the number of M devices:

  1. Open the Control Center and navigate to the Keys tab.

  2. Scroll down to the Key Settings section. 

  • If the "+" button is disabled, one more mobile devices need to be added to the profile. 
  • If the "+" button is enabled, proceed to step #3.

  3. Click the "+" button.

  4. Click the "Apply Changes" in the bottom right-hand corner of the window.

  5. You will receive a MofNop that will need to be approved.

Decreasing M-of-N

  1. Open Control Center and navigate to the Keys tab.

  2. Scroll down to the Key Settings section. 

  3. Click the "-" button.

  4. Click the "Apply Changes" in the bottom right-hand corner of the window.

  5. You will receive a MofNop that will need to be approved.



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