Azure Files Goes Passwordless: Entra-Only SMB Access is Here
Managing legacy infrastructure just got a whole lot simpler. For years, securing SMB file shares required the heavy lifting of hybrid identity setups or local Active Directory domain controllers. That complexity officially ends today.
With the General Availability of Entra-only identities for SMB, Azure Files now offers a truly cloud-native experience. You can authorize access to file shares using your Entra ID credentials directly—no on-premises dependencies, no sync headaches, and zero legacy baggage. This is a massive leap forward for organizations looking to streamline their identity stack and enforce robust, modern security policies across their file storage environment.
Ready to simplify your storage architecture and eliminate the need for hybrid identity infrastructure?