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Most really secure VPNs I've used have use a SecurID[1] token and PIN, instead of a static password.

[1] http://www.rsa.com/node.aspx?id=1156




I've been using an extranet site recently that calls you, using Twilio or something I guess. They have my mobile phone number.

You enter your username and password on the web form and your phone rings a couple of seconds later. You are asked by a recording to type in your PIN. When you do, the HTTP request is completed and you are logged in.

It's very easy as a user, and seems quite secure. The username/password/PIN are all quite weak and easy to remember, but in conjunction with the phone call, it's fairly strong.




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