How Conditional Access stopped a cyber attack on Microsoft 365

It’s one thing to talk about cyber threats in theory. It’s another to see them stopped in practice. In a recent demonstration, we tested Microsoft 365 security by simulating an attacker attempting to access an account from a suspicious location. Here’s what happened: 🚨 The attacker tried to log in. ✅ Conditional Access policies immediately blocked risky MFA registration. ✅ The system then prevented the medium/high-risk sign-in altogether. 🔒 Result: The account — and the business — remained secure. This real-world test shows why relying on MFA alone is no longer enough. Attackers have become adept at bypassing it by adding their own authentication methods. Conditional Access closes that gap, acting as a silent gatekeeper that protects your Microsoft 365 environment. When paired with Microsoft Entra ID Premium 2, you gain: 🔵 Real-time risk detection (leaked credentials, impossible travel, suspicious devices) 🔵 Policy-driven protection that adapts to evolving threats 🔵 Confidence that your critical data stays out of the wrong hands Cyber security is not just about technology — it’s about trust, continuity, and resilience. Conditional Access gives businesses the power to stop attackers before they breach. At IT&T, we help businesses put these defences in place so they can stay focused on growth. #CyberSecurity #Microsoft365 #ConditionalAccess #IdentityProtection

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