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For thousands of business users and IT administrators, classic Outlook has long been the backbone of enterprise communication on Windows. Yet, reliability expectations can be derailed by unexpected bugs and sign-in failures, as evidenced by the recent wave of error codes—CAA2000B, 4usqa, and the...

A new development in the realm of cloud security threats has emerged, offering threat actors a novel way to obtain Microsoft Entra (formerly Azure Active Directory) refresh tokens from compromised endpoints, potentially bypassing even robust multi-factor authentication (MFA) mechanisms. This...

Microsoft has introduced a new usage reporting API in the beta version of Microsoft Graph, aiming to provide organizations with detailed insights into their API consumption. This enhancement allows developers and administrators to monitor and analyze how Microsoft Graph APIs are utilized within...

Windows users and IT professionals need to take extra caution as attackers continuously refine their phishing playbook. Recent reports reveal that sophisticated adversaries are leveraging vulnerabilities in OAuth 2.0 redirection flows to target Microsoft 365 environments. In these OAuth-themed...

It started like any other IT administrator weekend — a faint promise of “maybe nothing will break this time.” And then, in the digital hush of an ordinary Saturday, it happened: Microsoft Entra users across the globe found themselves facing the virtual equivalent of a locked door with no key and...

The night was humming with the quiet, digital anxiety only IT professionals know too well when the heartbeat of business thrums through cloud infrastructure and acronyms like MFA, MACE, and Entra are uttered with the reverence reserved for ancient gods. Into this perfectly (and precariously)...

The rapid evolution of cloud environments and an explosion of both human and machine identities have compelled enterprises to reevaluate how they secure access to their critical resources. With Microsoft Entra Permissions Management set to retire on October 1, 2025, a fresh chapter in cloud...

In an era where cloud security is more complex and critical than ever, proponents in the IT industry are preparing for seismic shifts in identity management. Microsoft is set to retire its Entra Permissions Management solution on October 1, 2025, a move that has prompted enterprise IT teams to...

Aon’s bold leap into modernized data security offers a masterclass in transforming legacy infrastructure into a streamlined, secure, and highly scalable cloud environment. As Windows and IT professionals look to emulate real-world success stories, Aon’s journey—from managing an on-premises SQL...

Microsoft’s latest Entra updates are turning the tables on cyber threats by harnessing artificial intelligence to redefine identity security and streamline policy management. In an era where generative AI applications are both a remarkable asset and an emerging vulnerability, these enhancements...

Microsoft 365 February 2025 Update Roundup Increasing Productivity, Enhancing Security, and Bolstering Collaboration Across Platforms Microsoft’s latest round of Microsoft 365 updates for February 2025 is set to transform the modern workspace. From smarter communication in Microsoft Teams to...

In a bid to raise the bar on identity security, Microsoft is rolling out new, automatically deployed policies targeting a growing vulnerability: Device Code Flow attacks. Featured in the latest edition of Entra 🆔 News (#85), these updates mark another significant step in Microsoft’s ongoing...

In today’s digital battleground, where identity is the new perimeter, Microsoft Entra continues to be the frontline for securing your organization’s most valuable asset—its users. In the latest roundup, Entra.News has shone a spotlight on some alarming developments, most notably the emerging...

In a significant move aimed at bolstering security and administrative oversight, Microsoft has rolled out version 2.4.129.0 of its Entra Connect Sync service. This update introduces advanced auditing functionalities and performance improvements that promise to streamline how organizations manage...

In a bid to sharpen the security posture of organizations worldwide, Microsoft has rolled out a suite of actionable Identity Secure Score recommendations as part of its Microsoft Entra admin center. These new tools are set to empower IT administrators with deep insights and specific guidance...

In a move poised to reshape how organizations handle routine yet sensitive people management tasks, Microsoft is rolling out a new People Administrator role within Microsoft Entra. This update, which is scheduled for deployment later this month, promises to streamline user management processes...

Microsoft is kicking off the year with a bang, unveiling a major feature in its security ecosystem that is bound to make software developers and IT administrators breathe a little easier. Say hello to Managed Identities as Federated Identity Credentials (FICs), now available as a Public Preview...

In the heart of tech's ever-evolving landscape, Microsoft strides forward, brandishing a new tool aimed at taming the wild west of identity management. Released under the trusted Entra brand, this sharp-edged feature, dubbed the Federated Identity Credentials system, holds promise - and...

As 2024 marched on, Microsoft declared the “year of the AI PC,” and one of the most buzzworthy additions was the physical "Copilot" key planted on many keyboards. The idea was simple yet futuristic: elevate productivity with a single press of a button, deeply integrated into Windows for...

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital work and education, connecting your Windows device to a work or school account has become a fundamental step. Whether you're an employee accessing corporate resources or a student engaging in online learning, understanding how to set up your Microsoft...