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Microsoft has announced a critical security update for the Intune Connector for Active Directory, shifting from the SYSTEM account to a Managed Service Account (MSA) for hybrid Entra (formerly Azure AD) joined devices. This change enhances security by reducing risks associated with legacy SYSTEM account usage.
Key Details:
- Deprecation Date: June 30, 2025
- Impact: Enrollments using old builds will be blocked starting July 1, 2025.
- Reference: Microsoft Intune Blog
You Should Know:
1. Verify Your Intune Connector Version
Run this PowerShell command to check the current version:
Get-WmiObject -Query "SELECT FROM Win32_Product WHERE Name LIKE 'Microsoft Intune Connector%'" | Select-Object Name, Version
2. Update the Intune Connector
Download the latest version from the Microsoft Intune Admin Center and deploy it via:
msiexec /i "IntuneConnectorForActiveDirectory.msi" /quiet
3. Configure Managed Service Account (MSA)
Ensure your AD environment supports MSA with:
Install-ADServiceAccount -Identity "IntuneMSA" Test-ADServiceAccount -Identity "IntuneMSA"
4. Validate Hybrid Join Status
Check device registration status with:
dsregcmd /status
Look for:
- AzureAdJoined : YES
- DomainJoined : YES
5. Troubleshooting Failed Enrollments
If devices fail to enroll, check logs at:
C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Intune\Connector\Logs
Use Event Viewer for detailed errors:
Get-WinEvent -LogName "Microsoft-Windows-Intune-Connector/Admin" | Format-List
6. Force Sync for Pending Devices
Trigger a manual sync in Intune:
Invoke-IntuneSync -Category "Device"
7. Rollback Plan (If Needed)
Revert to the previous version temporarily:
msiexec /x "{OldVersionGUID}" /quiet
msiexec /i "OldIntuneConnector.msi" /quiet
What Undercode Say:
This update is a necessary security hardening measure. Migrating to MSA reduces credential theft risks and aligns with zero-trust principles. Organizations must act before June 30, 2025, to avoid enrollment disruptions. For advanced users, scripting the deployment (via Intune Win32 apps or Group Policy) ensures rapid compliance.
Expected Output:
- Updated Intune Connector logs confirming MSA usage.
- Successful hybrid Entra joins post-update.
- No SYSTEM account dependencies in Event Viewer.
Prediction:
- Increased adoption of cloud-native device management (Entra join-only) post-deprecation.
- More organizations will phase out hybrid joins in favor of Autopilot-driven deployments.
Relevant URLs:
IT/Security Reporter URL:
Reported By: Microsoft Intune – Hackers Feeds
Extra Hub: Undercode MoN
Basic Verification: Pass ✅
