Credential theft remains the most common cause of breaches, yet passwords are notoriously easy to steal, guess, or phish. Entra MFA adds an extra layer that makes stolen credentials useless on their own. With modern methods such as push notifications, passkeys, and FIDO2 security keys, organizations can prevent attackers from exploiting password-only access. This significantly reduces the risk of ransomware, phishing, and brute-force attacks—protecting sensitive data, intellectual property, and customer trust.

Employees expect to work securely from anywhere—on any device—without friction. Entra MFA makes this possible with intelligent Conditional Access policies that balance convenience and protection. For example, sign-ins from trusted devices or locations may require fewer prompts, while high-risk logins trigger additional verification. Modern passwordless options like Windows Hello or Authenticator passkeys often make the login experience faster than entering a password. This approach ensures hybrid teams stay productive while reducing IT helpdesk tickets tied to forgotten passwords and account lockouts.