In today\u2019s digital landscape, ensuring secure and seamless access to resources is crucial. Microsoft Entra ID offers a feature called Temporary Access Pass (TAP) that allows users to access their accounts with a time-limited passcode. This is particularly useful when users lose their usual authentication methods. In this blog post, we\u2019ll walk you through the steps to set up and use TAP in Microsoft Entra ID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A Temporary Access Pass (TAP) is a time-limited passcode that can be configured for single use or multiple sign-ins. It helps users sign in and register other authentication methods, making it easier to recover access when they lose or forget their primary authentication methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before users can sign in with a TAP, you need to enable this method in the Authentication methods policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Protection > Authentication methods > Policies<\/code>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n- From the list of available authentication methods, select\u00a0Temporary Access Pass<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Select Enable<\/strong>\u00a0and then choose the users or groups to include or exclude from the policy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- (Optional)\u00a0Configure<\/strong>\u00a0the default settings for TAP, such as setting the maximum lifetime or length.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Select Save<\/strong>\u00a0to apply the policy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
2. Create a Temporary Access Pass<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Once the policy is enabled, you can create a TAP for a user.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Sign in<\/strong>\u00a0to the Microsoft Entra admin center as at least an Authentication Administrator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Browse to<\/strong>\u00a0
Identity > Users<\/code>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Select the user<\/strong>\u00a0you would like to create a TAP for.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Select Authentication methods<\/strong>\u00a0and then\u00a0Add authentication method<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Select Temporary Access Pass<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Define<\/strong>\u00a0a custom activation time or duration and select\u00a0Add<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Once added, the details of the TAP will be shown.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
3. Use the Temporary Access Pass<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The user can now use the TAP to sign in and update their authentication methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Sign in<\/strong>\u00a0using the TAP provided.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Update or register<\/strong>\u00a0new authentication methods such as FIDO2 or passwordless phone sign-in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Delete<\/strong>\u00a0the TAP from the user\u2019s security info or the Entra admin center once the new methods are registered.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Benefits of Using Temporary Access Pass<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Enhanced Security<\/strong>: TAP provides a secure way to recover access without relying on passwords.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Convenience<\/strong>: Users can quickly regain access and update their authentication methods.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Flexibility<\/strong>: TAP can be configured for single use or multiple sign-ins, depending on the organization\u2019s needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Setting up a Temporary Access Pass in Microsoft Entra ID is a straightforward process that enhances security and convenience for users. By following the steps outlined above, you can ensure that your organization is well-prepared to handle authentication challenges and provide a seamless user experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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