In Part 1 of this mini-series, we explored the what, why, and how of Microsoft Entra Authentication Contexts, laying the foundation for what they are and how they work. In this second part, we’ll build on that foundation with real-world examples of how Authentication Contexts can secure user access and critical actions. Along the way, we’ll walk through configurations, share recommendations, and look at the Conditional Access policies that tie it all together. So, let’s dive

Over my last few posts, I’ve casually mentioned Authentication Context a few times, so I thought it was about time we gave the feature a proper spotlight. Within Microsoft Entra, we sometimes encounter scenarios where we need to enforce specific conditions for certain sub-actions or unique requirements. While Conditional Access can directly enforce conditions in most cases, there are times when it’s trickier — especially if we want to enforce a condition for a single  action

Getting annoyed or impatient when activating eligible roles in PIM — especially multiple roles at once? You’re not alone. Today, I’m sharing a solution to take the pain out of the process. Whenever I talk with clients, colleagues, or students about Microsoft Entra Privileged Identity Management (PIM), the first complaint I hear is always the same: activating roles is a headache! After hearing this one too many times, I decided to do something about it. What started as a quic