Microsoft has announced that starting October, it will enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for Azure Resource Management operations. This move aims to enhance security by requiring additional verification steps when accessing Azure resources, reducing the risk of unauthorized access and potential breaches. The enforcement of MFA is part of Microsoft's broader strategy to strengthen identity and access management across its cloud services. Organizations using Azure will need to prepare for this change by ensuring their users are enrolled in MFA to avoid disruptions. This update highlights the growing importance of MFA in protecting cloud environments against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. By mandating MFA, Microsoft is helping to safeguard sensitive data and maintain compliance with security best practices. IT administrators should review their current Azure configurations and user access policies to align with the new MFA requirements. This proactive security measure is expected to significantly reduce the attack surface and improve overall cloud security posture for Azure customers.
This Cyber News was published on www.bleepingcomputer.com. Publication date: Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:00:40 +0000