Microsoft Authenticator App
Are you looking for information about the Microsoft Authenticator App? In this archive you will find all our posts about the Microsoft Authenticator App.
Passwordless Sign In with Microsoft Authenticator App
Passwordless sign in with the Microsoft Authenticator App makes sign in to Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud services more secure and convenient for the user. The typing of a password is replaced by a modern method, e.g. the Microsoft Authenticator app. Passwordless sign-in to cloud apps can be achieved using various methods: For a significant increase of identities security, the cost-effective variant with the Microsoft Authenticator App is the best choice.
Backup and Restore Microsoft Authenticator App
The Microsoft Authenticator App is a key component of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. When switching to a new smartphone or in the event of device loss, the question often arises: how can the Microsoft Authenticator App, including all configured accounts, be reliably restored without having to set up each login from scratch?This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to securely back up the Microsoft Authenticator App and seamlessly transfer it to a new device, whether running iOS or Android. This ensures continued access to protected applications without disruption.
Enable Microsoft Entra self-service password reset (SSPR)
Microsoft Entra self-service password reset (SSPR) allows users to change or reset the password on their own. It does not require support from the helpdesk. To allow the user to change or reset the password, the following authentication methods are available for Microsoft Entra self-service password reset (SSPR):
Reviewing user registrations for multi-factor authentication
To perform a security audit, it is necessary to review the registered multi-factor authentication methods of each user in the Microsoft Tenant. This can help identify and address potential vulnerabilities before they are exploited. Additionally, this evaluation can be used to inform users of potentially more convenient MFA methods they could use instead of their current methods.
App Password for Multi-Factor Authentication
Apps that do not support two-step verification can cause problems after enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA). These apps, also called non-browser apps, can no longer be used after multi-factor authentication is enabled. To continue to use these apps securely, an App Password can be used for authentication. An App Password is a secure, randomly generated password that can be used instead of the regular password for an app.