The Risk
One essential measure in securing access to cloud services is enabling modern authentication, specifically OAuth 2.0, for client applications. The baseline "Modern Authentication" allows you to configure this setting efficiently, safeguarding the organization against outdated and vulnerable authentication methods.
The Risk
Basic authentication, often known as legacy authentication, transmits user credentials such as usernames and passwords with every request. These credentials can be easily intercepted or compromised, making it a prime target for brute-force attacks, phishing, or password spraying. Without modern authentication, your organization's exposure to these risks increases significantly, and attackers can more easily exploit vulnerabilities, leading to data breaches and unauthorized access.