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Protect Security Info Registration with Microsoft Entra Conditional Access and Microsoft Entra ID Protection
Registration of security information such as the Microsoft Authenticator app, FIDO2 security keys or OATH tokens is a critical component of modern identity security. To protect this sensitive process, Microsoft Entra Conditional Access is used in combination with Microsoft Entra ID Protection. If a user risk or sign-in risk is detected, the Conditional Access policy prevents registration under untrusted conditions. This ensures that security-relevant information is only registered in trusted scenarios. If registration takes place under untrusted conditions, there is a risk that an attacker may register alternative authentication methods. This could allow continued access to a compromised account even after the password has been changed. To mitigate this risk,…
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Microsoft Entra Connect: Migration to Application Based Authentication (ABA)
With the introduction of Application Based Authentication (ABA), Microsoft introduces modern authentication mechanisms to Microsoft Entra Connect. Previously, the synchronization service used a service account with a locally stored password to sign in to Microsoft Entra ID, an approach considered outdated and potentially vulnerable from a security perspective.
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Microsoft Entra ID: Admin Consent Workflow for Secure Application Permissions
The Admin Consent Workflow in Microsoft Entra ID is a feature designed to manage user consent for enterprise application permissions. It allows administrators to review, approve, or deny permission requests before access is granted. Instead of allowing users to grant extensive permissions directly, the Admin Consent Workflow ensures that only authorized applications can access sensitive data. For instance, an application might request permission to access a user’s profile or read the contents of their mailbox. By introducing this workflow, organizations can effectively enforce the principle of least privilege and reduce the risk of unintentional data exposure.
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Enhancing Security with Microsoft Entra Protected Actions and Conditional Access
Microsoft Entra Protected Actions safeguard highly sensitive administrative operations in Microsoft Entra by requiring an additional layer of authentication. When a user attempts to perform such an action, they must first meet the defined policies. For example, specific actions can be restricted to devices that are either Microsoft Entra Joined or Microsoft Entra Hybrid Joined, or may require phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication prior to execution.
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Microsoft Entra ID: QR Code Sign-In
Microsoft Entra offers an innovative solution for fast and secure access: sign-in with QR code. This method simplifies the sign-in process while ensuring a high level of security. QR code sign-ins are ideal for employees in industries such as hospitality, production, logistics or healthcare who have to sign in to different devices several times a day.
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Microsoft Defender for Identity: Getting Started
Microsoft Defender for Identity (MDI) secures the on-premises Active Directory (AD) against identity threats as a cloud-based security solution. By thoroughly analyzing user activities and detecting complex attack vectors, Microsoft Defender for Identity (MDI) ensures comprehensive protection against identity compromises.