check before: 2024-10-15
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Entra, Intune, Microsoft 365 admin center, Windows 365, Windows Autopatch
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Online, 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. Postponement is possible, but without MFA, admin sign-in will prompt MFA registration.
Details:
As mentioned in MC862873, 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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2024-09-14
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2024-09-14
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Direct effects for Operations**
Access Restrictions
Admins will be unable to access the Azure portal, Entra admin center, and Intune admin center without MFA setup, leading to operational disruptions.
- roles: IT Admin, System Administrator
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://entra.microsoft.com/
User Experience Degradation
Users may experience delays in service access as admins are prompted to register for MFA, impacting overall productivity.
- roles: End User, Support Staff
- references: https://intune.microsoft.com/, https://portal.azure.com/
Increased Support Tickets
The lack of MFA setup may lead to an increase in support requests from users unable to access services due to admin restrictions.
- roles: Help Desk Technician, IT Support
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://entra.microsoft.com/
Security Risks
Without MFA, the organization may face increased security vulnerabilities, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
- roles: Security Officer, Compliance Manager
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://intune.microsoft.com/
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Operational Downtime
Failure to implement MFA may result in significant downtime for critical services, affecting business continuity.
- roles: IT Manager, Operations Manager
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://portal.azure.com/
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Enhanced Security Protocols
Implementing MFA will significantly improve the security posture of the organization by adding an additional layer of authentication, reducing the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive administrative portals.
- next-steps: Conduct a risk assessment to identify potential vulnerabilities and prioritize MFA implementation for critical admin accounts. Develop a communication plan to inform all admins about the upcoming changes and the importance of MFA.
- roles: IT Administrators, Security Officers, Compliance Managers
- references: https://aka.ms/managemfaforazure, https://entra.microsoft.com/
User Training and Awareness
Providing training sessions on MFA and its benefits can enhance user experience and ensure smooth adoption of the new security measures, reducing resistance and confusion during the transition.
- next-steps: Develop training materials and schedule workshops for all administrators to familiarize them with MFA setup and usage. Include FAQs and troubleshooting tips to support users post-implementation.
- roles: Training Coordinators, IT Support Staff, HR Managers
- references: https://intune.microsoft.com/
Streamlined Access Management
By enabling MFA, the organization can implement conditional access policies that allow for more granular control over who can access what resources, thus improving overall access management efficiency.
- next-steps: Review current access policies and identify areas where conditional access can be applied. Collaborate with IT security teams to establish and document new access protocols that incorporate MFA.
- roles: IT Security Analysts, Network Administrators, Compliance Officers
- references: https://portal.azure.com/
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