The rise of social media has made it easier than ever to connect directly with celebrities, influencers, and public figures. However, it has also created opportunities for scammers to exploit fans and followers of those same celebs. There has recently been a worrying rise in fake celebrity scams, where fraudsters impersonate well-known figures to steal or extort money and personal information from unsuspecting victims.
Microsoft has announced that Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) will soon be a mandatory security measure for all Microsoft 365 users. This means that every user will be required to verify their identity using a second factor—typically a mobile device—before accessing their Microsoft account.
As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, Microsoft is enforcing MFA to protect accounts from unauthorised access. While this added layer of security significantly reduces the risk of compromised accounts, some users have raised concerns about using their personal mobile number for authentication.
In this article, we will clarify how Microsoft’s MFA works, address common concerns, and explain why using the Microsoft Authenticator app is the best way to comply with these new security requirements.
We’ve all been there—you’re about to head off on holiday, step away for an important meeting, or just need some uninterrupted focus time, but you don’t want emails piling up with no response. That’s where Outlook’s Out of Office (OOO) reply comes in.