VPN integration with Entra authentication

Published Feb 27, 2024 • Updated May 1, 2026

Overview

Modern VPN supports SAML/OAuth to Entra—avoid duplicate identity silos.

Architecture choices

  • Vendor app in Entra for SAML SSO.
  • Conditional Access applied if VPN integration supports modern auth.

Hardening

Block split tunnel risky categories if data exfiltration concern.

Lifecycle

Certificate/SAML cert expiry tracking; test after tenant branding changes.

Docs

Per-site VPN profiles and MFA dependencies in DR binder.

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