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Microsoft Entra ID is removing an extra MFA hurdle for Windows Hello and macOS PSSO users

Feeds2.Feedburner •Sinisa Markovic • August 10, 2026

Microsoft is changing how Entra ID handles MFA for people who sign in with Windows Hello for Business (WHfB) or macOS Platform Single Sign-On (PSSO). The rollout reaches worldwide and GCC tenants starting early October 2026, with completion expected by late November. Microsoft says the change “helps organizations expand the use of phishing-resistant authentication methods” and cuts reliance on weaker ones, according to an update tracked as MC1450134 in the Microsoft 365 Message Center Archive. … More →

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Microsoft Entra ID Enhances MFA for Windows Hello and macOS PSSO Users Microsoft is updating Entra ID to allow Windows Hello for Business (WHfB) and macOS Platform Single Sign-On (PSSO) to serve as standalone multifactor authentication (MFA) methods. This change will eliminate the need for an additional passkey or authentication method for many sign-in challenges. The rollout will begin in early October 2026 and is expected to be completed by late November 2026. This update aims to promote the use of phishing-resistant authentication methods and reduce reliance on weaker alternatives. Organizations using these systems will benefit from streamlined authentication processes, enhancing overall security. The change is part of Microsoft's ongoing efforts to improve security measures across its platforms. 2 sources 22

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