Microsoft Entra Enhances Identity Security With AI

Microsoft urges identity leaders in 2026 to adopt four priorities—AI-powered protection, agent governance, integrated Access Fabric, and stronger identity foundations—to combat AI-powered cyber threats. The guidance highlights Microsoft Entra features, including Agent ID and Conditional Access Optimization Agent, which improved Conditional Access task speed by 43% and accuracy by 48% in a study. Organizations should inventory agents and unify identity and network policies for real-time risk control.