multi-factor authentication

In an era where Microsoft 365 environments have become the lifeblood of businesses, a new threat vector is emerging as cybercriminals adapt their tactics by leveraging HTTP client tools. A recent report reveals that over three-quarters of Microsoft 365 tenants experienced at least one account...

In today’s cyber threat landscape, safeguarding sensitive data requires more than just user passwords—enter multi-factor authentication (MFA). For Windows administrators looking to elevate security while streamlining federated logins, Duo Security’s integration with Microsoft Active Directory...

Ah, the world of Microsoft 365—a tool that’s become almost as essential to the modern workplace as caffeine and daylight. But with great power comes great responsibility, and in this case, great vulnerability to cyber threats. Microsoft's sprawling suite, loved by businesses for its...

Starting February 3, 2025, Microsoft is taking a significant stride in reinforcing cybersecurity by enforcing mandatory Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for administrators accessing the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. This move is part of Microsoft's broader initiative to bolster account security...

Picture this: It's a regular workday, and you're ready to dive into Microsoft 365. You open your browser—maybe Chrome or Edge—and just as you're about to sign in, boom! An error message pops up, blocking your access. If this has happened to you recently, you're not alone. Microsoft has...

On January 13, 2025, thousands—if not millions—of users found themselves locked out of their Microsoft 365 accounts thanks to a global outage of Microsoft’s Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) system. Critical applications like Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive went quiet as people...

Imagine waking up on a Monday, grabbing your coffee, and sitting down to log into your work apps, only to encounter a virtual brick wall. This was reality for countless users of Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 (M365) in Europe on January 13, 2025, when a major multi-factor authentication (MFA)...

Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: You’re just about to dive into a crucial presentation or answer that one email to definitively stop your inbox from eating itself alive, when BAM—you’re locked out of Microsoft 365 apps. Why? Because Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), the very thing meant...

If you thought your internet broke when accessing Microsoft 365 apps recently, you weren't alone. Microsoft confirmed a critical outage in their Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) system that caused trouble for users attempting to log into Microsoft 365 accounts. From failed login attempts to...

Microsoft has once again found itself in the tech spotlight as an issue with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) temporarily disrupted access to its widely popular Microsoft 365 suite (M365). According to reports and updates provided by the software giant, this glitch led to users facing hurdles...

It seems like it’s déjà vu all over again for Microsoft, but this time it’s the holy grail of cybersecurity—Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)—that’s causing headaches for Microsoft 365 users worldwide. If you found yourself locked out of Microsoft Teams or frantically refreshing your Outlook to...

What’s Happening in the Cloud? Hold onto your keyboards, WindowsForum readers—because 20,000 Microsoft Azure accounts in the European manufacturing sector have fallen victim to a targeted phishing campaign. That’s right, 20,000 accounts! According to researchers from Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42...

Let’s get real for a minute. Imagine you’re sipping your coffee, scrolling through precious cat memes on your Windows 11 PC, and suddenly—bam! A Windows Security prompt pops up, politely asking, “Making sure it’s you.” It’s like a digital bouncer checking your ID before letting you into the VIP...

In a shocking revelation, Oasis Security's research team has uncovered a critical vulnerability in Microsoft’s Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) system that poses a severe risk to the security of over 400 million Office 365 accounts. Dubbed “AuthQuake,” this flaw allows malicious actors to...

In a recent cyber development that echoes the persistent risks posed by phishing schemes, the emergence of a phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform named "Rockstar 2FA" has sent ripples through the online community, particularly among Microsoft 365 users. Launched in late November 2024, this...

In an increasingly digital world, where the threats of cybercrime loom larger every day, the need for robust security measures has never been more pressing. On November 20, 2024, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) alongside the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)...

In the ever-evolving world of Windows 11 security, multi-factor authentication (MFA) has become a cornerstone for securing user accounts. One popular solution that has garnered attention is YubiKey, a hardware-based security key designed to enhance log-in security. However, as with any...

In a move that’s bound to have significant implications for IT professionals and organizations using Microsoft 365, Microsoft has announced that multi-factor authentication (MFA) will become a mandatory requirement for accessing the Microsoft 365 Admin Center starting in February 2025. The shift...

In a remarkable stride toward enhancing cybersecurity in the workplace, HID has announced its new integration with Microsoft Entra ID. This innovative move enables employees to leverage their existing physical access cards as a method for multi-factor authentication (MFA). This development is...

In a significant move towards strengthening cybersecurity within enterprises, Microsoft has announced a partnership with HID, a renowned leader in identity solutions. This collaboration aims to simplify the multi-factor authentication (MFA) process, making it easier for enterprise employees to...