Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), now officially rebranded as as of July 2023, is Microsoft’s cloud-based identity and access management (IAM) solution.
Users log in once to access thousands of cloud apps (like Salesforce, Slack, and Microsoft 365) without re-entering credentials. What is Azure Active Directory?
What is Azure Active Directory? A Complete Overview - Varonis Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), now officially rebranded
Admins manage all users, groups, and device permissions from a single web-based portal (the Entra admin center). 🏛️ Azure AD vs. Traditional Active Directory (AD) A Complete Overview - Varonis Admins manage all
It serves as the "security guard" for your digital workspace, verifying user identities and ensuring the right people have access to the right resources. 🛡️ Core Features
Adds a second layer of security (e.g., a phone app or text code), which Microsoft claims blocks 99.9% of identity-based attacks.
A "smart bouncer" that grants or denies access based on real-time signals like user location, device health, and sign-in risk.