Authenticating a user with a premises security system

Abstract

Embodiments herein describe using a premises security system (e.g., a home or business security system) to support an authentication factor for a user, such as when they log into an application, web portal, or the like. For example, the user may submit their username and password for the application, web portal, etc. to an authentication system, which then prompts the user to perform an act with their premises security system that itself requires authentication. In one embodiment, the authentication system may prompt the user perform an action such as arming or disarming the premises security system. In one embodiment, the authentication system may itself provide a particular code, pass-phrase to speak, etc. to the user to use to demonstrate their proximity or access to the premises security system. Once the security system confirms the user performed the desired action, the authentication system completes the login process.

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