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💼 5.28 Ensure passwordless authentication methods are considered (Manual)

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Passwordless authentication methods improve security and user experience by replacing passwords with something you have (e.g., a hardware key), something you are (biometrics), or something you know, offering a convenient and secure way to access resources. Microsoft Entra ID and Azure Government integrate the following passwordless authentication options: • Windows Hello for Business • Platform Credential for macOS • Platform single sign-on (PSSO) for macOS with smart card authentication • Microsoft Authenticator • Passkeys (FIDO2) • Certificate-based authentication

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🛡️ Microsoft Entra ID Passwordless Authentication Methods are used🟢⚪🟢 x2, ⚪ x1no data