Microsoft is urging Entra ID administrators to move users to phishing-resistant sign-in methods like passkeys before SMS first-factor sign-in is retired in February 2027. Organizations should prepare now by adopting alternatives such as QR code authentication and FIDO2 security keys, because SMS and voice will no longer be available for completing multifactor authentication and account sign-in. #Microsoft #EntraID #Passkeys #FIDO2
Keypoints
- Microsoft will retire SMS first-factor sign-in in February 2027.
- Users should move to phishing-resistant methods like passkeys.
- QR code authentication and FIDO2 security keys are supported alternatives.
- SMS and voice will no longer work for MFA sign-in after the cutoff.
- Entra ID admins can use the SMS/Voice Policy Scanner to find affected users.