Windows 10: Error message when attempting to add Yubikey MFA to live.com account

Discus and support Error message when attempting to add Yubikey MFA to live.com account in Windows Hello & Lockscreen to solve the problem; Hello -I am using Google chrome browser Version 92.0.4515.159 Official Build 64-bit and I get this message when attempting to add my yubikey as a MFA... Discussion in 'Windows Hello & Lockscreen' started by David M. Slater, Aug 31, 2021.

  1. DAVID M. SLATER
    David M. Slater Win User

    Error message when attempting to add Yubikey MFA to live.com account


    Hello -I am using Google chrome browser Version 92.0.4515.159 Official Build 64-bit and I get this message when attempting to add my yubikey as a MFA token.We couldn't verify your identity or you are using private mode. Please ensure you are not in a private browsing window and please try again.I've added Yubikey to dozens of accounts. This is the only one that has posed a problem.Any ideas on how to resolve this ?Thanks.

    :)
     
    David M. Slater, Aug 31, 2021
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  2. DON VARNAU
    Don Varnau Win User

    Live Mail: When I attempt to log in, message is email addy and/or P/W not right.

    -

    1. Can you change this setting? Upper left corner of WLM > down arrow > Options > Mail > on the General tab > uncheck "Send and receive messages at startup" ?

    2. On the left side there should be a list of email accounts. Is there? Is Cox listed?

    Don
     
    Don Varnau, Aug 31, 2021
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  3. ROSE CAL
    Rose Cal Win User
    Yubikey login support

    Hi,

    Log in issues can be caused by invalid password or username. For us to assist you further, kindly answer the questions below:

    • What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
    • Have you made any recent changes before this issue occur?
    • Have you tried using Yubikey before?

    We're looking forward for your response.
     
    Rose Cal, Aug 31, 2021
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  4. NORMPETERSON
    NormPeterson Win User

    Error message when attempting to add Yubikey MFA to live.com account

    yubikey

    A simple search with google can turn up your childhood address...and lots more for that matter...this addresses the fact that credentials can and are being stolen...and your cell phone can be hacked and 2fa code can be lifted..but if one has a key, then
    the hacker cannot access your accounts... Using the yubi in conjunction with Lastpass. Never heard of 2fa? OTP? FIDO2/WEBAUTHN? Here's a bit of info for you...

    Password-less Login with the YubiKey 5 Comes to Microsoft Accounts

    But apparently, Microsoft and yubikey don't play well with each other... I have strong passwords...but would like to ease the process a bit..and up the safety factor by removing all the passwords from my devices, as one cannot encrypt single folders.. The
    yubikey plays well with Linux systems...chrome and other browsers...but not with Microsoft ...
     
    NormPeterson, Aug 31, 2021
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