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Matthew Levy
@mattchatt.co.za
I recently shared two blog posts on optimizing Privileged Identity Management in Azure, focusing on guest access. They offer practical insights with screenshots. Check them out: 1. buff.ly/hsNP3aG: Combining PIM for groups with Azure resources for secure access management
November 4, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Starting September 1, 2025, I'll begin as a Security Architect with @Threatscape. Grateful to @NBConsult and @Nicolasblank for their support. Excited to delve further into Identity, Security, and Zero Trust. #CyberSecurity #ZeroTrust
August 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM
If you are an Entra ID Admin and you have been tasked with cleaning up Enterprise Applications and App Registrations, you might be considering "ripping the band aid off" and using the "Scream Test". I recently published a blog post about the pitfalls of the scream test: buff.ly/GfZfVwL
Microsoft Entra ID App Governance: How to Clean Up Apps Without the Chaos
Learn how to safely clean up Entra ID applications. Avoid scream test risks with best practices, step-by-step guidance, and governance tools.
www.appgovscore.com
August 25, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Thrilled that I've been renewed as a Microsoft MVP in Security for the 7th year! Huge thanks to everyone on this journey. Congrats to fellow MVPs re-awarded today. Here's to another year of community! #MVPBuzz #Cybersecurity
July 10, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Exchange Server SE (Subscription Edition) is Generally Available and can be installed as a Cumulative Update (CU) to Exchange Server 2019 CU14 or CU15 techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/exchang...
Exchange Server Subscription Edition (SE) is now available | Microsoft Community Hub
We are excited to announce the general availability of Exchange Server Subscription Edition (SE).  
techcommunity.microsoft.com
July 4, 2025 at 5:37 PM
🚨 Microsoft is changing Entra app consent defaults on July 16.

User consent to apps may get blocked for Files.* & Sites.* perms.

Admins: review your policies now.

Details → mattchatt.co.za/upcoming-cha...

#Entra #AzureAD #IAM
Upcoming Change to Entra App Consent Defaults: What Admins Need to Know Before July 16 – MattChatt
MattChatt
mattchatt.co.za
July 1, 2025 at 6:40 AM
🔐 Zero Trust in minutes, not months? It's possible — here’s how.

🎥 Watch my step-by-step video and read the detailed blog post to deploy a Zero Trust model with Microsoft tools.

👉 Video: youtu.be/n36FKIRqc6k
🧠 Blog: buff.ly/AwFuJ6P

#ZeroTrust #Microsoft365
How to Deploy Zero Trust Conditonal Access in Minutes
YouTube video by MattChatt
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June 8, 2025 at 1:48 PM
It's going to be a great morning at #MVPSummit today. The sky is #Azure with some #Cloud security
March 25, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Discover my adventure in grasping APIs and leveraging Microsoft Graph via PowerShell. Check out my blog to see how, as an IT admin, I used ChatGPT to master API call basics: mattchatt.co.za/unlocking-mi...
#APILearning #PowerShell
Unlocking Microsoft Graph API with PowerShell: My Journey from Confusion to Clarity – MattChatt
mattchatt.co.za
February 5, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Exchange Server 2019 CU15 delayed, but W2025 server support for CU14 now.
techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/exchang...
When is Exchange 2019 CU15 coming (and more news) | Microsoft Community Hub
We wanted to provide an update on Exchange 2019 CU15 release, and news around Exchange support for Windows Server 2025.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
February 1, 2025 at 6:04 AM
@donasarkar.bsky.social looking stunning as usual and Banishing Imposter syndrome at #MicrosoftAITour Johannesburg
January 23, 2025 at 9:22 AM
@scott.hanselman.com on stage demoing local language model capabilities and his love for Nando's at #Microsoft #AiTour in Johannesburg.
January 23, 2025 at 8:35 AM
#mvpbuzz -ing in JHB at the #Microsoft #AITour today. Conference attendance is great! Catch me at the #Azure Infrastructure booth in the hub.
January 23, 2025 at 6:40 AM
I recently blogged about the risks of App Sprawl and how to manage it. Check it out and share with others: www.appgovscore.com/blog/applica...

@enowsoftware.bsky.social @appgovscore.bsky.social
Application Sprawl in Entra ID
Learn how to tackle application sprawl in Microsoft Entra ID to enhance security, efficiency, and governance in your organization - identify, monitor, and remediate app sprawl.
www.appgovscore.com
December 17, 2024 at 3:57 PM
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November 26, 2024 at 3:58 PM
Ok let's see how useful you are on bsky:

I have problems with MSGraph PowerShell modules, conflicts with already loaded assemblies. My "Documents\PowerShell\Modules\" is syncing with OneDrive. I have two computers. Is it generally recommended to exclude my PowerShell modules folder from ODfB sync?
November 22, 2024 at 12:20 PM
I really wish I was at #MSIgnite in person, but I am going to catch this webinar online because this is a topic that is more popular than #AI in my #IAM world
November 21, 2024 at 2:13 PM
Reposted by Matthew Levy
the Microsoft Ignite audience seems happy with the new Windows administrator protection feature. It’s a good change that only temporarily grants admin rights for system changes or app installs www.theverge.com/2024/11/19/2...
November 19, 2024 at 3:55 PM
Maiden bsky post: This is interesting - MFA via WhatsApp in certain countries is back, after India had some issue with it: mc.merill.net/message/MC92.... Thanks @merill.net for the headsup
MC926195 - Entra ID: Expansion of WhatsApp as an MFA one-time passcode delivery channel | Microsoft 365 Message Center Archive
Starting December 2024, Microsoft Entra will reintroduce WhatsApp as a channel for delivering MFA OTPs in India, with expansion to more countries. Users with WhatsApp will receive OTPs there, with SMS...
mc.merill.net
November 11, 2024 at 6:50 AM