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Unlock Secure and Effortless Authentication with Microsoft Entra ID Temporary Access Pass (TAP)

Unlock Secure and Effortless Authentication with Microsoft Entra ID Temporary Access Pass (TAP) In my continuous journey of exploring how Microsoft solutions enhance security, I’ve found that Microsoft Entra ID’s Temporary Access Pass (TAP) is a game-changer for simplifying authentication processes. TAP is designed to help users onboard, recover access, or transition to passwordless authentication…

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Enhancing Security with Idle Session Timeout in Microsoft 365

Enhancing Security with Idle Session Timeout in Microsoft 365 Idle sessions can pose a significant security risk, especially on unmanaged devices. Configuring idle session timeouts helps mitigate this risk by automatically signing out users after a specified period of inactivity. This blog post will guide you through the process of setting up an idle session…

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Securing Microsoft 365 Admin Portals with Conditional Access Policies

Securing Microsoft 365 Admin Portals with Conditional Access Policies If your organization does not have a Microsoft 365 E5 license, leveraging Conditional Access policies to secure access to Microsoft 365 Admin Portals is crucial. By implementing these policies, you can restrict access to these portals to specific pre-determined administrative roles, significantly enhancing the security of…

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Enhancing Security with Microsoft-Managed Conditional Access Policies

Enhancing Security with Microsoft-Managed Conditional Access Policies Microsoft’s introduction of automatically managed Conditional Access policies within Microsoft Entra marks a significant step forward in simplifying and enhancing security measures for organizations of all sizes. This initiative underscores the commitment to not just react to the cyberthreat landscape but to proactively safeguard user access and identity…

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Starting Your Journey to Microsoft Entra Zero Trust: A Practical Guide

In today’s digital landscape, securing identities has become more critical than ever. With the rising number of cyber threats and the expansion of remote work, organizations are urgently seeking robust security frameworks to protect their assets and data. Microsoft Entra Zero Trust emerges as a leading solution in this context, emphasizing the principle of “never…

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Empowering Your Workforce: The Critical Role of Upskilling in Cybersecurity

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, one of the most effective shields against cyber threats is an informed and vigilant workforce. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, the importance of upskilling internal staff cannot be overstated. Microsoft 365, with its array of built-in capabilities, offers a robust platform for enhancing cybersecurity awareness and skills…

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I am a Global Admin but don’t have access to Azure Subscriptions.

I am a Global Admin but don’t have access to Azure Subscriptions. One of the questions I get frequently is “If you are a Global Administrator, can you grant yourself access to the Azure Subscriptions?” The answer is YES you can and straight forward as well. To get started, navigate to Azure Active Directory and…

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Conditional Access Policy Templates

Conditional Access Policy Templates In this post, we will look at Conditional Access Policy Templates a feature which is currently still in Public Preview. These templates are designed to provide a more convenient method of deploying new policies based on Microsoft’s recommendations. If you are new to Conditional access policies or simply just want to…

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Conditional Access policy for Guest and External Accounts

Conditional Access policy for Guest and External Accounts In post, I will go through the steps of setting up a Conditional Access Policy which will enforce MFA for Guest and External Accounts. This will add another layer of protection if guest account credentials were compromised. To get started we need to sign into the Azure…

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Azure Conditional Access Policy to Allow access to Office 365 from a certain Country only

Azure Conditional Access Policy to Allow access to Office 365 from a certain Country only In this post, we will go through the setup of an Azure Conditional Access policy to Allow access to Office 365 portal and apps only from allowed location. To get started we need to navigate to the Azure Admin Portal:…

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