WPNinjasNL Podcast: Passkeys & Entra ID Authentication – The Future of Secure Access

Workplace Ninjas Netherlands Podcast

In this final episode of the WPNinjasNL Connect Podcast series, Frans and Peter sit down with Jan Bakker and Sander Berkouwer to dive into the future of authentication and security in Microsoft 365 and Entra ID.🔐 Passkeys in Microsoft 365 – Are We There Yet? (Jan Bakker)Phishing attacks are still a major concern in 2025, with threats like MFA fatigue, token replay, and password-based attacks putting organizations at risk. While phishing-resistant MFA solutions like Windows Hello for Business exist, full coverage remains a challenge. Passkeys promise a future of passwordless and phishing-resistant authentication, but how ready are we?💡 Key Takeaways:✅ What are passkeys, and how do they work?✅ How do passkeys improve phishing resistance?✅ How to get started with passkeys in Entra ID✅ Challenges, pitfalls, and real-world experiences⚡ Entra ID Tokens & Scripting Authentication with MS Graph (Sander Berkouwer)With the AzureAD and MSOnline PowerShell modules deprecated, IT pros are shifting towards Microsoft Graph for Entra ID access. But how do we securely authenticate scripts in this new landscape?💡 What You'll Learn:✅ The transition to Microsoft Graph and mg- modules*✅ Best practices for app registrations, secrets, certificates, and federated authentication✅ How access tokens function and how to use them securely✅ Real-world scripting challenges and solutions🎧 Tune in now for expert insights on the future of secure authentication and scripting with Entra ID!