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title: "Brownout notice: 24-hour brownout for username and password authentication"
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canonical_url: "https://cloudsmith.com/changelog/brownout-notice-24_hour-brownout-for-username-and-password-authentication-Y45i3oD6"
last_updated: "2024-09-16T17:20:00.000Z"
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# Brownout notice: 24-hour brownout for username and password authentication

As part of our transition to [more secure authentication methods](https://changelog.cloudsmith.com/en/deprecating-username-and-password-authentication-for-api-requests), we are beginning the 24-hour brownout for username and password authentication for API requests. 🚧

**What this means:**

- **From 5 pm EDT September 16th to 5 pm EDT September 17th,** API requests using username and password authentication will fail.
- This brownout period is designed to help users identify dependencies on this deprecated method before it’s fully retired.
- The one exception is the Cloudsmith endpoint to retrieve your API key.

**Action required:**

If you haven’t already, please switch to using our supported authentication methods:

- [OIDC authentication](https://help.cloudsmith.io/docs/openid-connect)
- [Entitlement tokens](https://help.cloudsmith.io/docs/entitlements)
- [API keys](https://help.cloudsmith.io/docs/api-key)

All are excellent choices, depending on your needs!

**Why this change?**

- Boosting security: We're always looking to lock your data tighter than a drum. Removing username/password authentication reduces the risk of unauthorized access. ️🛡
- Simplifying security: Fewer attack vectors mean a safer environment for everyone. We're streamlining to keep the bad guys out. 🚫

**📚 Need assistance?**

We understand changes can be challenging, so your support team is here to help. Don't hesitate [to reach out](https://help.cloudsmith.io/docs/contact-us) if you experience any issues during the brownout period.

Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and trust as we make these changes. 🌟