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Microsoft reminds admins to migrate Entra ID users to passkeys

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Microsoft reminds admins to migrate Entra ID users to passkeys

Microsoft is retiring SMS-based first-factor sign-in for Entra ID users beginning February 2027 and is urging administrators to transition to phishing-resistant authentication methods before the deadline. The company warns that failure to migrate could disrupt user access and service continuity.

Why it matters: Entra ID administrators must plan and execute migration to passkeys or alternative authentication by February 2027 to prevent sign-in failures across their organizations.

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