Microsoft Purview: Endpoint Data Loss Prevention – Ability to protect files stored in the excluded folders in Windows

🚨 The Signal: Endpoint DLP now protects sensitive files in previously excluded Windows folders like Temp and AppData. This significantly expands data loss prevention coverage, reducing the risk of sensitive information exfiltration from these common locations.

The Impact

Security teams and data owners are affected by enhanced data protection, reducing the risk of sensitive data exposure.

• Security Teams: Reduced risk of data exfiltration from temporary file locations.
• Data Owners: Improved assurance that sensitive data is protected across more endpoints.
• Compliance Officers: Better alignment with data protection regulatory requirements.

The Action

1. Review existing Endpoint DLP policies in Microsoft Purview compliance portal to ensure they align with the expanded coverage.
2. Verify that Endpoint DLP is deployed and healthy on all relevant Windows endpoints.
3. Communicate enhanced data protection capabilities to relevant stakeholders.

Domain: Purview · Impact: high · Workload: Microsoft Purview