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Microsoft Entra Private Access Offers a Zero Trust Path Beyond Always-On VPN

Published

12 August 2026

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technology

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Cybersecurity

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United States

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Read at redmondmag.com

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Fusion42 · 23 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Microsoft Entra Private Access provides a Zero Trust Network Access service that replaces traditional Always On VPN by offering identity-driven, application-level access controls. This model reduces broad network access, enhances security through conditional policies, and routes traffic via Microsoft's cloud-based secure client and connectors, though deployment requires careful planning around application dependencies and endpoint configurations.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cybersecurity.

◆ The Wire takeaway

You must prepare your network and endpoints now to switch from VPNs to identity-based Zero Trust access with Microsoft Entra. Traditional VPNs expose your infrastructure and grant too much access; failing to move risks security gaps and customer trust.

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