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Introduction When Microsoft announced Security Copilot inclusion in E5 licenses at Ignite 2025 , the headlines promised "AI-powered security for all E5 customers at no extra cost." But the reality is more nuanced. The rollout is phased, capacity is limited, and there's a critical piece most organizations overlook: how your AI agents authenticate and what that means for your security posture. Here's what E5 customers actually need to know about access timing, capacity allocati

The attacker pivots to exfiltrate data via unmanaged SaaS apps. Can GSA stop them? Spoiler: Yes—and we'll show you how.

A concise guide to understanding key cloud concepts and their business value.

Your network team scrambles. The old model—VPN + perimeter firewall—is cracking under pressure. Attackers exploit split-tunnel misconfigurations, credential stuffing, and shadow IT SaaS apps. Every second counts.

Fortytwo is growing, and we are pleased to welcome James Wright to the team. He strengthens Fortytwo’s ability to deliver secure, scalable services with clarity and ownership at the core.

I’m writing this on my way home from a couple of exciting days in Fortytwo’s Oslo office. “How It’s Done”  by KPop Demon Hunters is playing through my headphones ( I blame this on my kids, hah) -- and the title couldn’t be more fitting. The last 48 hours have been all about exactly that: getting things done. Not just ticking boxes, but really moving things forward. We spent the time challenging how we operate, finding smarter ways to work, and shaping what the future of Fort

Fortytwo is growing again, and we are proud to welcome Caroline Woldbæk to the team. With a background that bridges technology and people, Caroline brings experience from both TietoEVRY and Boston Consulting Group (BCG)—and a passion for helping organizations and individuals grow. Her blend of IT expertise and human insight strengthens Fortytwo’s culture and capacity as the company continues to expand across the Nordics.

Security is no longer about defending borders. It’s about defending trust. 

Identity terminology should be easy. This glossary maps terms to tangible actions

Compliance isn’t paperwork — it’s proof. GDPR, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 all start with one question: who has access, and how do you know?