vBulletin 5.3.0 and higher will allow site owners to enable Two-Factor Authentication for Administrator and Moderator functionality. This is an extra layer of security provided to make sure your user data remains as safe as possible. Two-Factor Authentication works in conjunction with an app on the user's smartphone, tablet, or computer. These apps provide a security token that lasts a limited time
before expiring. The security token is created using industry standard algorithms and a unique string tied to your vBulletin account.
Here are the instructions needed to enable this functionality.
To turn this on, you will need to edit your /core/includes/config.php file. Look for the following code
كود PHP:
// ** TWO FACTOR AUTHENTICATION CONFIGURATION // This will require that logins for the modcp, admincp, site builder, inline moderation // will require a numeric code generated via an app on the user's cell phone or desktop // Admins and moderators will be able to log into normal user portions of the site // without any changes. // // This setting will enable two factor authentication for the site $config['Security']['mfa_enabled'] = true; // Uncommenting this will allow individuals moderators and admins to set up the Two Factor // security, but will not require it for those that choose not to enable it. If it is // not set at all Two Factor will be required for all control panel logins and users that // have not configured their Two Factor Security will not be able to log in to the // control panel functions. $config['Security']['mfa_force_cp'] = false;
If you are upgrading, then this might not exist in your existing /core/includes/config.php. You can copy it and add it at the bottom. It will also be in your /core/includes/config.php.new file.
What if I am on vBulletin Cloud and cannot edit my config.php file?
Once you have been upgraded to vBulletin 5.3.0,
contact support and make a request to have this feature enabled if you want to use it.
End-User Setup
Once this is enabled, individuals can configure their accounts to use it on the Account Security tab of their User Settings page.
First they will need a compatible application. Here are some compatible applications that can be downloaded:
Google Authenticator:
Android ,
iOS Microsoft Authenticator:
Windows ,
Android ,
iOS Other:
Google Chrome Extension ,
Authy 