*For this entry exists the more relevant or more recent entry MC889517
check before: 2024-10-15
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Entra, Intune, Microsoft 365 admin center, Windows 365
Platform:
Windows Desktop, World tenant
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Summary:
Enable multifactor authentication (MFA) for your tenant by October 15, 2024, to access Microsoft Azure portal, Microsoft Entra admin center, and Microsoft Intune admin center. Set up MFA early or apply to postpone the enforcement date if necessary. Without MFA, admin access will be restricted.
Details:
Starting on or after October 15, 2024, to further increase security, Microsoft will require admins to use multi-factor authentication (MFA) when signing into the Microsoft Azure portal, Microsoft Entra admin center, and Microsoft Intune admin center. Note: This requirement will also apply to any services accessed through the Intune admin center, such as Windows 365 Cloud PC. To take advantage of the extra layer of protection MFA offers, we recommend enabling MFA as soon as possible. To learn more, review Planning for mandatory multifactor authentication for Azure and admin portals.
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2024-08-16
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2024-08-16
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Direct effects for Operations**
Admin Access Restriction
Without prior setup of MFA, admins will be unable to access the Azure portal, Entra admin center, and Intune admin center, leading to operational disruptions.
- impacted roles: IT Administrators, System Administrators
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://entra.microsoft.com/
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User Experience Degradation
If MFA is not set up, admins will face delays during sign-in as they will be prompted to register for MFA, negatively impacting their workflow.
- impacted roles: IT Administrators, Support Staff
- references: https://intune.microsoft.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://intune.microsoft.com/, https://portal.azure.com/
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Increased Support Tickets
Failure to implement MFA may lead to an increase in support tickets from admins struggling to access necessary tools, affecting overall IT support efficiency.
- impacted roles: Help Desk Staff, IT Support Technicians
- references: https://aka.ms/mfaforazure, https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure
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Security Vulnerabilities
Not enabling MFA could expose the organization to security risks, as admin accounts may be more susceptible to unauthorized access.
- impacted roles: Security Officers, Compliance Officers
- references: https://entra.microsoft.com/, https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure
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Operational Downtime
If MFA is not configured before the deadline, the organization may experience downtime as admins cannot access critical management portals.
- impacted roles: IT Administrators, Operations Managers
- references: https://portal.azure.com/, https://intune.microsoft.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://intune.microsoft.com/
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Enhanced Security
Implementing MFA will significantly enhance the security of admin accounts by requiring an additional verification step, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
- next-steps: Review the current MFA setup and policies., Enable MFA for all admin accounts before October 15, 2024., Educate admins on the importance and usage of MFA.
- roles: IT Admins, Security Teams
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://aka.ms/mfaforazure
Compliance and Regulatory Adherence
Using MFA can help meet compliance requirements for various regulations and standards, ensuring the organization adheres to best practices in cybersecurity.
- next-steps: Identify relevant compliance requirements that mandate MFA., Document the MFA implementation process for audit purposes., Regularly review and update MFA policies to maintain compliance.
- roles: Compliance Officers, IT Auditors
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://aka.ms/mfaforazure
User Experience Improvement
MFA can improve user experience by integrating with single sign-on (SSO) solutions, reducing the need for multiple passwords and simplifying the login process.
- next-steps: Integrate MFA with existing SSO solutions., Train users on the benefits and usage of MFA combined with SSO., Monitor and gather feedback to continually improve the user experience.
- roles: IT Admins, End Users
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://aka.ms/mfaforazure
Risk Management
Implementing MFA reduces the risk of account breaches, helping to protect sensitive data and reducing potential financial and reputational damage.
- next-steps: Conduct a risk assessment to identify vulnerabilities., Implement MFA to mitigate identified risks., Continuously monitor and update security measures.
- roles: Risk Management Teams, IT Security Teams
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://aka.ms/mfaforazure
Operational Efficiency
MFA can streamline IT operations by reducing the number of password reset requests and improving overall security management.
- next-steps: Analyze current password reset request metrics., Implement MFA and monitor changes in password reset requests., Provide training and support to users to minimize disruptions.
- roles: IT Support Teams, Helpdesk
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://aka.ms/mfaforazure
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