Azure AD Security

Role-based access control (RBAC) in Microsoft Entra is a robust unified identity and access management suite from Microsoft for simplifying access management and ensuring that users have access only to the resources necessary for their roles. Abiding by the principle of least privilege, this robust security practice helps safeguard your digital assets from unauthorized access and potential…

Microsoft Defender for Identity Formerly known as Azure Advanced Threat Protection (Azure ATP), Defender for Identity is a cloud-based security solution offered by Microsoft to help organizations in identity monitoring with high security, in both on-premises and hybrid environments. With the modern identity threat detection (ITDR), security operation teams in your organization can now prevent…

Microsoft Entra ID is a powerful security platform designed to protect your system or network from malicious applications. It uses advanced threat intelligence and behavioral analytics to identify and block any software that attempts to breach your system’s security. By continuously monitoring network traffic and analyzing user behavior, Entra ID identifies suspicious activities, Detects…

One crucial aspect of maintaining security is detecting login attempts originating from outside of your organization’s trusted locations. While username and password are the most common login credentials, other secure methods have also been developed in recent times: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): This adds an extra layer of security by requiring an additional factor besides your…

The changing digital landscape introduces a greater risk of identity theft and data concerns. In 2023, compromised credentials accounted for almost 20 percent of security breaches, making them the most common initial attack vector. Microsoft Entra Verified ID steps in with a Decentralized Identity approach to digital data, representing the next generation of identity management.  What is…

Striking the balance in cybersecurity is key. Ironically, the push for stronger security measures can encourage users to adopt weaker digital habits, such as reused and simple passwords. Single Sign-On (SSO) can alleviate these issues by eliminating the need for juggling multiple login credentials. Microsoft Entra offers a range of applications you can use with SSO. This article provides an…

What is Azure AD Identity Protection? In today’s dynamic threat landscape, securing access to enterprise resources is crucial. An essential component of Microsoft Entra, Azure AD Identity Protection enables enterprises to proactively identify and address identity-related risks within their Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) environment. This comprehensive solution offers a layered approach…