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Message ID: MC910988
With the ever-increasing sophistication of cyber attacks, the increasing use of cloud-based services, and the proliferation of mobile devices, it’s essential that organizations secure access for both human and non-human identities to all on-premises and cloud resources, while continuously working to improve their security posture.
We’re excited to share the Microsoft Entra feature release information for July–September 2024, along with third-quarter change announcements. This quarter’s updates include general availability releases for Entra ID and important change announcements on the retirement of Microsoft Azure AD Graph; enhancing the security of Apple devices in the enterprise with hardware-bound device identity; MFA enforcement on Microsoft Entra admin center, Azure portal, and Microsoft Intune admin center; and many more.
Please refer to the summary of the September 2024 product updates. We also communicate these updates through What’s new in Microsoft Entra ID, email, and the release notes.
Note: The product update summary is organized by Microsoft Entra products, so you can quickly scan what’s relevant for your deployment.
Learn more: What’s new in Microsoft Entra ID?
Source: Microsoft
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The latest updates to Microsoft Entra are here, and they’re about to make your digital lives a whole lot more secure and, dare I say, a bit more exciting!
First off, let’s talk about the elephant in the room: the retirement of Microsoft Azure AD Graph. Yes, it’s time to bid adieu to an old friend. But don’t worry, it’s not all doom and gloom. This change is paving the way for the shiny new Entra ID, which promises to be more robust and secure. Think of it as trading in your old flip phone for the latest smartphone – a bit nostalgic, but ultimately a huge upgrade.
Now, for those of you managing Apple devices, you’re in for a treat. The new hardware-bound device identity feature is like giving your devices a superhero cape. It’s going to make them nearly invincible to unauthorized access. So, next time you see your iPhone, give it a little nod of appreciation for its newfound superpowers.
And let’s not forget about the MFA enforcement on the Microsoft Entra admin center, Azure portal, and Microsoft Intune admin center. Yes, it might feel like an extra step, but think of it as a bouncer at the door of your favorite club. It’s there to keep the riff-raff out and ensure only the cool kids (a.k.a. authorized users) get in.
These updates are all about making your digital environment safer and more efficient. So, whether you’re an admin setting up these new features or a user navigating through them, know that you’re stepping into a more secure and streamlined world.
What do you think about these updates? Are you excited, indifferent, or somewhere in between? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Let’s get the conversation started.