Azure Files SMB support for Managed Identities is now GA
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feature announcement
Azure Files now supports Managed Identities for SMB access, allowing applications to authenticate using Entra-issued tokens instead of static credentials. This enhancement aligns with Zero Trust principles and simplifies credential management for secure access. The feature is now generally available for all Azure users.
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- Managed Identities support for Azure Files SMB access
Azure Files now supports Managed Identities for SMB access, enabling applications and services to authenticate without storing static credentials or account keys. This feature aligns with Zero Trust principles, allowing workloads to use Entra-issued tokens for authentication.
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https://azure.microsoft.com/updates?id=562350
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