MC1411574 — Microsoft Entra: System-preferred authentication now applies to first-factor authentication

Microsoft Entra now applies system-preferred authentication to first-factor sign-ins for tenants in the Microsoft managed state, selecting the most secure registered method. Rollout is from late June to late September 2026. Tenants can keep or change this setting and should update user guidance accordingly.

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