Introduction
Drawing on years of experience as an external expert, we’ve worked with organizations navigating the complexities of Entra ID and Azure. While these platforms offer extensive capabilities, they also introduce layers that can sometimes lead to oversight. It’s common to see accounts created without completing the full onboarding, users left without strong authentication, or configuration gaps that expose organizations to unnecessary risk.
Our Entra ID Authentication Methods Workbook Toolkit for Microsoft Sentinel addresses these challenges head-on. This workbook provides the visibility needed to understand who is fully protected, where there are gaps, and which accounts may be left vulnerable. By integrating these insights directly into Sentinel, security teams gain a clear view of their authentication landscape, allowing them to stay steps ahead of potential threats.
This Workbook Toolkit is just one piece of a larger approach to security. Strong Conditional Access policies, up-to-date configurations, and continuous visibility are all part of maintaining a resilient authentication framework. With this workbook, you gain the insights needed to support and enhance Conditional Access, making sure every account meets the standards required for secure access.
Why Authentication Visibility Matters
For any organization, security starts with knowing who is accessing your environment and how. However, in large environments, tracking Entra ID authentication methods can quickly become complex. This workbook solves that challenge by offering real-time data on authentication methods, including:
- Modern Authentication Method Adoption: Understand how widely MFA and other secure methods are adopted.
- User Compliance Monitoring: Identify accounts that lack strong authentication, such as users still on basic authentication, which can leave an organization vulnerable.
- Gaps in MFA Deployment: See exactly where MFA is enforced and where it’s missing, allowing you to fill gaps in your organization’s security framework.
This visibility enables security teams to take preemptive action, closing gaps before they can be exploited.
Key Features of the Entra ID Authentication Methods Workbook
The Entra ID Authentication Methods Workbook integrates with Microsoft Sentinel, combining data from Entra ID through the Microsoft Graph API into actionable insights. Key features include:
- Authentication Method Tracking: Monitor authentication methods, identifying trends in adoption for MFA, passwordless, and other advanced methods.
- Non-Compliant User Detection: Quickly pinpoint users who are not aligned with Authentication Methods that you have defined.
- Data Visualizations: The workbook includes visual dashboards that make it easy to interpret authentication method trends over time.
- Custom Alerts: Set up Sentinel alerts to stay updated on changes, ensuring your team responds quickly to any compliance issues.
This Workbook toolkit offers both high-level and detailed insights, so you can make informed decisions about security configurations and user policies.
How This Workbook Toolkit Supports Conditional Access Policies
Strong security in Azure goes beyond simply setting up Conditional Access. It requires insight into where Conditional Access policies are not enforced or where there’s room for improvement. This Workbook Toolkit helps to:
- Ensure All Accounts Meet Policy Standards: Identify accounts that bypassed Conditional Access or users still on basic authentication.
- Adjust Security Policies Based on Real Data: Refine policies to meet new compliance requirements or respond to security threats.
- Maintain Compliance: Check the effectiveness of Conditional Access policies, helping your team keep all accounts well-protected.
How to Access the Entra ID Workbook Toolkit
The Entra ID Authentication Methods Complete Toolkit is now available for Premium Members, providing all necessary scripts, configuration files, and a step-by-step guide. Premium Members can download the full toolkit and start using it immediately without additional setup hassle.
Conclusion
Staying on top of authentication practices is an ongoing responsibility. With the Entra ID Authentication Methods Toolkit for Microsoft Sentinel, your organization has a reliable way to track, visualize, and secure your authentication landscape. By aligning authentication methods with Conditional Access policies, security teams can address potential risks and ensure that all users are protected by the right access standards.
If you’d like additional support with installation and configuration, we’re here to help. Reach out to us to schedule a setup session, and let us handle the technical work to get you up and running seamlessly.
