As if the FCC website was not already to hard to get into we get this notice from the FCC…
To strengthen existing cybersecurity measures and safeguard user accounts, starting on March 29,
2024, users of the FCC’s Commission Registration System (CORES) will be required to undergo a twostep login authentication process each time a user logs into CORES or its associated FCC User
Registration System (https://apps2.fcc.gov/fccUserReg/pages/login.htm). All applicants and licensees are
required to access CORES to pay any application or regulatory fees, manage or reset a password on an
existing FRN, or request a new FRN. When accessing the system, users will be prompted to request a sixdigit secondary verification code, which will be sent to the email address(es) associated with each
username. The user will then need to enter the code into CORES before they can continue. This additional
layer of security will further safeguard against unauthorized access, thereby enhancing the overall
integrity of information contained within the CORES system and improving the security of user data.
We recommend registrants confirm they have access to their Username Account E-mail and add a
secondary e-mail address, if appropriate. Please consult the article Updating Your Username Account for
detailed instructions.
Going forward, the FCC is in the process of adopting new technology to meet the “high
confidence” Authenticator Assurance Level standard for identity proofing in order for a user to create or
access an account within the CORES system.
For inquiries or assistance regarding the implementation of multi-factor authentication on
CORES, please submit a help request at https://www.fcc.gov/wtbhelp
