Efficiency
Are you looking for information about efficiency in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365? In this archive you will find all our posts about efficiency.
WatchTra: Automated Attribute Compliance for Microsoft Entra ID
In many Microsoft Entra ID environments, the quality of user attributes remains an often underestimated factor in security and governance. WatchTra enhances attribute compliance in Microsoft Entra ID and ensures consistent identity data across the organization. In practice, attributes frequently contain inconsistent spellings or values, for example, “Switzerland” instead of “Swiss” or “IT” instead of “Information Technology”, as well as missing or outdated entries. Such discrepancies can result in incorrect dynamic group memberships, inaccurate reporting or incomplete policy enforcement.However, a consistent validation of these attributes against organization-wide standards is rarely implemented in real-world environments.
Disable Entra Connect Seamless SSO – Step-by-Step Guide
Seamless Single Sign-On (Seamless SSO) is an optional feature in Microsoft Entra Connect that enables domain-joined Windows devices on the internal network to automatically sign in to Microsoft Entra ID without requiring users to re-enter their credentials. Seamless SSO extends Active Directory by providing a single sign-on mechanism for cloud services such as Microsoft 365 and connected SaaS applications. During configuration, Active Directory uses the Kerberos authentication protocol and creates a dedicated computer account named AZUREADSSOACC in the on-premises directory. This account links the local identity to Entra ID and is used exclusively for seamless SSO operations.
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service used a service account with a locally stored password to sign in to Microsoft Entra ID, an approach considered outdated and potentially vulnerable from a security perspective.
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.
Windows Hello for Business: Enhanced Security with Multi-Factor Unlock
Passwords alone no longer provide sufficient protection against data loss and unauthorized access. This is where Windows Hello for Business comes into play. This modern authentication method from Microsoft enables companies to authenticate their employees more securely using biometric data such as facial recognition or fingerprints, along with additional unlock factors like PIN codes or trusted signals. Furthermore, Windows Hello for Business supports multi-factor unlock, combining several authentication factors to make device access even more secure. This multi-factor unlock offers a significant security advantage by integrating multiple layers of protection, thereby significantly reducing the risk of security breaches.