Identity Security
The latest Identity Security coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
How to Bypass Microsoft Authenticator MFA Mandate in Microsoft 365
How to Override the Microsoft Authenticator App Mandate in Microsoft 365 Security Introduction Microsoft has long championed Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) as a critical pillar of security for its...
Microsoft Launches AI Security Upgrade with Identity Threat Alerts and DSPM Data Controls
Introduction In response to the escalating integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in enterprise environments, Microsoft has unveiled a suite of advanced security features aimed at bolstering...
Secure Azure Managed Identities: Key Practices to Prevent Abuse
Introduction Azure Managed Identities (MIs) have revolutionized the way applications authenticate to Azure services by eliminating the need for developers to manage credentials directly. By providing...
Enhancing Service Account Security with Delegated Managed Service Accounts in Windows Server 2025
Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, safeguarding service accounts has become paramount. Windows Server 2025 introduces Delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs), a...
Microsoft’s SFI Mandates Zero Trust by Default, AI-Driven Threat Response Across Azure
Introduction In an era where cyber threats are escalating in both sophistication and frequency, Microsoft has launched the Secure Future Initiative (SFI) to bolster its cybersecurity framework. This...
Microsoft Shifts to Passwordless Sign-Ins with Passkeys by Default
Microsoft's Passwordless Authentication: The Future of Digital Security In an era where digital security is increasingly critical, Microsoft is spearheading a transformative shift away from...
New Cloud Attack Steals Microsoft Entra Refresh Tokens to Bypass MFA
New Cloud Attack Technique Bypasses MFA by Stealing Microsoft Entra Refresh Tokens A sophisticated new cloud attack technique has emerged, leveraging a manipulation of Microsoft Entra (formerly Azure...
Microsoft Vulnerabilities Hit Record 1,360 Flaws in 2025: AI Risks & Cloud Threats Surge
The sheer scale of modern cybersecurity challenges came into sharp focus this week as BeyondTrust's annual Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report revealed a staggering 1,360 security flaws documented...
Microsoft Entra External ID Now Generally Supports OpenID Connect for Third-Party Identity Federation
Introduction Microsoft has announced the general availability of OpenID Connect (OIDC) identity provider support for Microsoft Entra External ID, marking a significant advancement in cloud-based...
Trustwave's MXDR platform, recognized at SC Awards 2025, cuts detection times under 45 minutes for Windows environments.
In an industry where cyber threats evolve faster than most organizations can defend against them, Trustwave's recent triumph as the winner of the Best Managed Security Service at the SC Awards 2025...
Netwrix 1Secure Debuts AI-Powered DSPM to Tame Unstructured Data Risk in M365
The relentless migration to cloud platforms has reshaped the modern workplace, with Microsoft 365 emerging as the backbone for countless organizations. Yet, this shift brings a paradox: while...