SecurID

Frequently asked questions

Table of Contents

1. What is a SecurID Software Token?
2. How to I Set and Verify a SecurID PIN for a Software Token?
3. How do I Authenticate with a SecurID Software Token?
4. Where can I get more information about SecurID?

What is SecurID Software Token?

A software token is simply a digital version of the standard SecurID hardware tokens currently available at Ford Motor Company. A software token generates a pseudo random number called a token code that when combined with a PIN is used during the authentication process to verify a users identity.

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How do I Set and Verify a SecruID PIN for a Software Token?

For detailed instructions for the various devices, go to the CNS SecurID General Information site. Note: you must be on the Ford Network to access this site.

The following is a summary of the steps required to Set and Verify a PIN:

• Enter your CDSID into the CDS ID field.
• Start the RSA SecurID Software Authenticator application.
• DO NOT enter a PIN into the Enter PIN field, just hit the enter/next/arrow key.
• Copy or Manually Type the TOKENCODE into the Passcode field on the login page.
• After submitting the request, follow the onscreen directions to enter a PIN.
• After submitting the PIN, wait for the Tokencode to change and click the Re-enter PIN option within the RSA SecurID Software Authenticator application.
• Enter your PIN into the RSA SecurID Software Authenticator and hit the enter/next/arrow key to generate a Passcode.
• Enter the Passcode into the Passcode field on the login page.

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How do I Authenticate with a SecurID Software Token?

For detailed instructions for the various devices, go to the CNS SecurID General Information site. Note: you must be on the Ford Network to access this site.

The following is a summary of the steps required to Authenticate with a Software Token:

• Enter your CDSID into the CDS ID field.
• Enter your PIN into the RSA SecurID Software Authenticator.
• Hit the enter/next/arrow key to generate a Passcode.
• Copy or Manually Type the Passcode into the Passcode field on the login page.
• Click the Submit button to send your authentication request.

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Where can I get more detailed information about SecurID?

For more information about the SecurID Token see: https://www.cns.ford.com/SecurID/

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