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Microsoft Entra ID gets passkeys default authentication starting September

Microsoft has announced that passkeys will become the default authentication method for Entra ID, moving away from traditional passwords this September.

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The brief

Microsoft is transitioning Entra ID default authentication to FIDO2-based passkeys. This update represents a shift in security protocols for the platform, officially replacing the standard password-based entry method.

Coverage from Microsoft, BleepingComputer, Neowin, and CyberSecurityNews confirms the September rollout. Tech-insider.org has noted that administrative setup for the new system involves a 12-step process estimated to take 45 minutes.

Future developments will involve the implementation of these changes as the September start date approaches. Industry reporting continues to monitor how administrators manage the transition to the new default authentication standard.

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Quick answers

When will passkeys become the default for Entra ID?

The change is scheduled to take effect starting in September 2026.

What authentication method is being replaced?

Passkeys are replacing passwords as the default authentication method.

How long does the setup process take for administrators?

According to coverage from tech-insider.org, the setup involves 12 steps and takes approximately 45 minutes.

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Topics

Microsoft Entra ID Passkeys Cybersecurity Authentication

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