Microsoft Entra ID, MFA, SSO & Conditional Access
Learn about active directory, multi-factor authentication and conditional access in this lesson.
What is Microsoft Entra ID ?
Microsoft provides an identity and access management solution known as Microsoft Entra ID. This service was previously referred to as Azure Active Directory. Its primary purpose is to provide a unified platform for managing and safeguarding user identities, along with regulating access to a diverse array of resources including software, services, and data.
Leveraging the integral role of Entra ID within Microsoft’s cloud environment, enterprises can establish secure and user-friendly authentication and authorization processes across a spectrum of cloud-based and on-premises services.
Azure active directory name change
Microsoft's decision and effort to rebrand not only marks a transition towards advanced multi-cloud identity security but also seeks to simplify and enhance secure access experiences for a wider user base. Importantly, it's worth noting that this change does not impact the platform's functionalities or features, as they continue to remain unchanged.
Features and capabilities of Microsoft Entra ID
Entra ID formerly known as Azure Active Directory (AD) enables secure resource access through single Sign-On, multi-factor authentication, and conditional Access. It safeguards identities, manages applications, and offers insightful reporting for enhanced cybersecurity and productivity.
Here are the details:
Single sign-on (SSO): Azure AD enables users to access multiple applications and services with a single set of credentials, improving user convenience and productivity.
Multi-factor authentication (MFA): Azure AD supports multi-factor authentication, adding an extra layer of security by requiring users to provide additional verification methods beyond just a password.
Identity protection: It provides tools to detect and respond to potential identity-related risks and security breaches, helping organizations protect their resources and data.
Conditional access: Organizations can define and enforce access policies based on various conditions, such as user location, device, and risk level, to ensure that only authorized users can access resources.
Application management: Azure AD allows administrators to manage user access to various applications, both Microsoft and third-party, by providing Single Sign-On, user provisioning, and user access reviews.
Directory integration: Azure AD can be integrated with on-premises Active Directory ...