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Restoring a user to Azure API Management instance who had registered using Azure B2C
I am trying to restore a Azure API Management user account that I had backed up and has identity.provider and intentity.id backed up. When I restore this user using the ARM endpoint using URI similar to one below, the user gets restored but has both "AadB2c" and "Basic" as the auth type:- "https://management.azure.com/subscriptions/${subscriptionId}/resourceGroups/${resourceGroup}/providers/Microsoft.ApiManagement/service/${apimName}/users/${userId}?api-version=2024-05-01" Why is Basic being added as the value because the backup had "AadB2c" as the Auth Type? And is there a way to avoid that and only have "AadB2C" as the Auth type.
Azure AD Provisioning with Salesforce. Attribute with the Application Groups that a user belong
Hi, I have SSO between Salesforce and Azure AD using Salesforce App available in Azure. I'm also using provisioning to create the users in Salesforce. Everything works fine, but I need another field to pass to Salesforce: The Application Groups that the user belongs. It is possible to add a field to the User in Azure AD with this information and mapping it in Provisioning -> Attribute Mapping ? Let's say something similar with SingleAppRoleAssignment([appRoleAssignments]), but with all the groups that the user belong regarding only this particular Application. For user provisioning I have created several groups in the app. For each group I assign a role(profile in Salesforce). Then I assign users to the specific groups. The provisioning start and I also want to send the group(s) that the user is member.
Azure Logic App JSON Array Data Operation
We have a scenario where we are getting an JSON array response from Hubspot webhook Ex- this JSON array may have length upto 40 or 50. Now I want to check if 'subscriptionType' contains 'company' then set variable 'Iscompany' to 'true' else If 'subscriptionType' contains 'contact' then set variable 'Iscontact' to 'true' else if 'subscriptionType' contains 'company' and 'contact' then set variable 'Iscompany' and 'Iscontact' to 'true'. Example- Now the problem is this - suppose if there is length of JSON array is 40 or 50 and we got our variables 'IsContact' and 'IsCompany' is set to 'True' in its first 2 or 3 iterations so why do i check in full array? Is there any alternate way to achieve this logic- if 'subscriptionType' contains 'company' then set variable 'Iscompany' to 'true' else If 'subscriptionType' contains 'contact' then set variable 'Iscontact' to 'true' else if 'subscriptionType' contains 'company' and 'contact' then set variable 'Iscompany' and 'Iscontact'. like if JSON Body contains 'company' or 'contact' as value of keys then set variables to true or false.Can we run azure functions locally in VSCode without admin rights
Whenever I tried to debug the azure functions locally in vscode, a dialog box appears and it asks to install azure function core tools. After installing, it throws an error as Unable to import azure.functions pylint(import-error). When I tried to debug one more time without modifying anything, it is asking to install azure function core tools again. I don't understand why it is asking multiple times to install azure function core tools and also also why it is throwing error as could not import azure.functions. Please help on this. I am trying the above steps as a local user. If I tried to do using admin user, it is working.
Logic Apps: Value mapping (key-value pair) - XML Transformation
Hi all, I have just started with Logic Apps. My first app is running. It contains a XML transformation (XSLT3). Within the XSLT I have to map some values. My first approach was to put this mapping values as xsl:map into the stylesheet. Works fine. Actually, I want this part to be more flexible. I am looking for something where I can store the value mapping table, which can be easily changed, e.g. a separate XML which will be passed to the XSLT (xsl:params) or parameters from the app. I was wondering if you can point me to the right direction what can be used for that. Thank you in advance Seb
Remote debug options for Linux container on App Services
We run .Net hosted on Linux Docker containers running in App Service. This makes debugging very difficult as while there is an option for remote debugging, this is only for Windows containers. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/visualstudio/debugger/remote-debugging-azure-app-service?view=visualstudio The only option I can find for Linux is the one detailed in the link below from 2018 which involves running an SSH server in the Docker container and using an extension which doesn't seem to have a stable version. az extension add --name webapp az : WARNING: No stable version of 'webapp' to install. Preview versions allowed. https://azure.github.io/AppService/2018/05/07/New-SSH-Experience-and-Remote-Debugging-for-Linux-Web-Apps.html Are there any currently supported options for remote debugging in Linux containers? Are there any plans to introduce the remote debug feature for Linux App Services?Azure Managed Identity randomly returns 403 and then self-recovers
Our production apps intermittently lose Key Vault access via Managed Identity for a few minutes, then recover automatically without any config, RBAC, or deployment changes. Everything appears healthy from Azure’s side, which makes root cause analysis extremely difficult. Has anyone else seen this behavior?Which Azure certification are you currently preparing for, or planning to take next?
I recently started exploring Microsoft Azure training and certifications, and I can clearly see how valuable they are for building cloud skills and growing a career in technology. Azure certifications help professionals learn real-world cloud concepts, improve technical knowledge, and stay updated with technologies like AI, Security, DevOps, and Data Engineering. Some of the most popular certifications are: AZ-900 – Azure Fundamentals AZ-104 – Azure Administrator AZ-204 – Azure Developer AZ-500 – Azure Security Engineer Microsoft Learn also provides free learning paths and hands-on content, which makes it easier for beginners and experienced professionals to learn at their own pace.
Is there no way to get better support for Azure - esp for SEV A tickets
We have had a sev A ticket open for over 5 days, and are incurring thousands in losses every day, and despite assurances from the Azure Support that it is being solved in hours and then having confirmations that it is solved, the issue is still not solved. I have asked numerous times to get our teams in touch with actual microsoft employees, not front end contractors, who is more like level 1 support, and just running messages between customer and back end team, and really are powerless to handle any suport issues themselves, and they are on complete mercy of "other teams" yet as a customer, apparantly we cant even get on a call with these other teams, and the poor front end contractors are getting the brunt of our pain. Absolutely are in the dark, as to what is actually happening in the back end, other than "trust me bro" we are working on it. No eta, no explanation.. hard to fathom how this can go on like thisWe never really knew if our Azure followed CAF or Well-Architected — so we built something
For years we ran Azure environments professionally and CAF and WAF reviews were always the same story. A consultant every 12-18 months, a thick PDF, good intentions — and then nothing until the next one. The problem wasn't that we didn't care. It was that there was no lightweight way to track it continuously. Defender had some parts of CIS. WAF had the assessment tool. CAF had... a whitepaper and a spreadsheet we kept meaning to update. We couldn't answer basic questions like: are we getting better or worse? Which subscriptions are drifting? What would an auditor actually see if they looked at our CAF posture today? Eventually we got frustrated enough to build Anubion — it connects agentlessly to your Azure tenant and runs continuous checks across CIS, CAF, and WAF in one place, with findings prioritised and evidence stored over time. Happy to share more if anyone's interested. But also genuinely curious — how are other teams handling CAF and WAF tracking between formal assessments? If anyone is curious about their scores, you can sign up for at 14 day free trial. The setup is short and you only need a read-only service principal. Check out https://anubion.io/#request-accessInstalling and configuring Windows App on Thin Client environments
I am seeking technical guidance on accessing the new Windows App from Thin Client environments, following the end of support for the Microsoft Remote Desktop client (27 March 2026). Current Environment End-user devices: Thin Clients used by customers Thin Client OS types in use: Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, and/or Thin Clients running custom NComputing firmware Backend environment: Windows Server–based environment hosting a line-of-business application (accessed via RDP / RDS) Current Access Method Users currently connect using the Microsoft Remote Desktop (RDP) client, accessing either: A full desktop session, or Published RemoteApps via RDS This setup is functioning today but is impacted due to Remote Desktop app end of support. Issue / Challenge Microsoft is recommending migration from Remote Desktop app to the Windows App. However, during evaluation, we are facing blocking limitations on Thin Client devices, specifically: Windows App is not supported / cannot be installed on: Windows 10 IoT–based thin clients, and Thin clients running custom NComputing firmware These devices have: Limited hardware resources Restricted OS / firmware‑level constraints No support for installing modern Store / Windows App packages As a result, users cannot access the environment using Windows App, creating a risk of service disruption. What We Need : We request Microsoft’s official technical and product guidance on the following: Confirmation Is the Windows App officially supported on: Windows 10 IoT Enterprise? NComputing or other firmware‑based thin clients? Alternative Supported Options Are there supported alternatives for thin clients after Remote Desktop app end of support: Web-based access? Legacy RDP components still supported for Windows Server? Specific RDS client versions approved for IoT devices? Best‑Practice Architecture Recommended Microsoft‑supported architecture for: Thin client environments RDS / RemoteApp access Scenarios where Windows App installation is not possible Risk & Compliance Clarification Guidance on continued use of RDP clients in end-of-support but still operational mode, and Associated security or compliance implications, if temporary continuation is required. This information is critical to ensure business continuity for customers who cannot upgrade thin client hardware or firmware immediately.Azure support team not responding to support request
I am posting here because I have not received a response to my support request despite my plan stating that I should hear back within 8 hours. It has now gone a day beyond that limit, and I am still waiting for assistance with this urgent matter. This issue is critical for my operations, and the delay is unacceptable. The ticket/reference number for my original support request was 2410100040000309. And I have created a brand new service request with ID 2412160040010160. I need this addressed immediately.Dynamic dates in Azure Data Factory
Dear Folks I am trying to copy the data from the Azure SQL table to the CSV file in Azure Data Factory. CSV Filename must be appended with below date Filename_11_07 Where Filename --> comes from dynamic content 11 --> month 07 --> current date of last Sunday (Current date is 10th of Nov) Would it be possible to manipulate the dates in dynamic content? Any other way to achieve this? Regards Santosh
Azure Insights
I have an Azure VM Running Debian 11, Built using the Azure tools. I am unfortunately having issues with it where it randomly max's CPU + Ram + Disk. I have attempted to install the insights application but i was presented with the below message Is there any way i can get it to work. While we encourage you to enable VM insights, you may be using an OS version (Publisher: debian, Offer: debian-11, Sku: 11-gen2) that is not supported. For more details on supported OS and kernel versions please review our support matrix.
Unable to deploy to Azure Web App because path, file name, or both are too long
Hi, I have recently encountered the following error when I tried to deploy my web app to Azure using Visual Studio Code. "The specified path, file name, or both are too long. The fully qualified file name must be less than 260 characters, and the directory name must be less than 248 characters." I have tried to use Azure CLI to deploy the web app, by following the steps outlined in https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/app-service/deploy-zip?tabs=cli. However, I am getting the same error. My colleague who is using a Macbook, is able to deploy to the web app to Azure without any issues. I am using Windows 10 Enterprise. Can anyone advise? Thank You
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