Help CenterIn a recent update, Microsoft announced that starting October 15, 2024, multifactor authentication (MFA) will be mandatory for all administrators accessing the Microsoft Entra admin center, Azure portal, and Intune admin center. This change is part of Microsoft's ongoing efforts to enhance security and protect sensitive data from unauthorized access.
Admins who haven't yet set up MFA will be prompted to do so at their next sign-in after the enforcement date. To prevent any disruptions, it's recommended that admins enable MFA as soon as possible. However, organizations with specific needs can request an extension, allowing a grace period to complete their preparations.
The move underscores the increasing importance of robust authentication measures in safeguarding administrative access to critical Microsoft environments. With MFA becoming a standard requirement, administrators can expect an additional layer of protection against phishing attacks, credential theft, and other cyber threats.
For more details and to read the full announcement, visit the [Microsoft Entra blog](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-entra-blog/mfa-enforcement-for-microsoft-entra-admin-center-sign-in-coming/ba-p/4230849).
How this will affect your organization:
MFA will need to be enabled for your tenant to ensure admins are able to sign into the Azure portal, Microsoft Entra admin center, and Intune admin center after this change.
What to do to prepare:
- If you have not already, set up MFA before October 15, 2024, to ensure your admins can access the Azure portal, Microsoft Entra admin center, and Intune admin center.
- If you are unable to set up MFA before this date, you can apply to postpone the enforcement date.
- If MFA has not been set up before the enforcement starts, admins will be prompted to register for MFA before they can access the Azure portal, Microsoft Entra admin center, or Intune admin center on their next sign-in.