383534 – Microsoft Edge: v.133 – Extending support for viewing MIP Protected PDF Files to different sovereignties (including GCCH) (archived)

Product:

Microsoft Edge, Purview Information Protection

Platform:

US Instances, Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

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Details:

Sovereign cloud customers (including GCCH) will be able to open MIP protected PDF content in Microsoft Edge. This change will be available in the Microsoft Edge built-in PDF reader powered by Adobe Acrobat and the legacy Microsoft Edge PDF engine.

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Release Phase:
General Availability, Preview

Created:
2024-02-16

updated:
2025-02-22

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

Compatibility Issues
Users may experience compatibility issues with existing MIP protected PDF files if the change is not properly communicated and prepared for, leading to potential access problems.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-edge-blog/microsoft-edge-v-133-extending-support-for-viewing-mip-protected/ba-p/3851230

User Experience Disruption
Without preparation, users may face disruptions in their workflow due to unexpected changes in how MIP protected PDFs are handled, leading to confusion and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Project Managers
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-edge-blog/microsoft-edge-v-133-extending-support-for-viewing-mip-protected/ba-p/3851230

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you have a special lock on your door that only you and a few trusted people can open. This lock is like a security feature that keeps your important things safe. In the world of digital documents, Microsoft Edge is now extending its support to open specially locked PDF files, known as MIP (Microsoft Information Protection) protected PDFs, for more users, including those in specific government sectors like the Government Community Cloud High (GCCH).

Think of MIP protection as a digital version of that special lock. It ensures that only authorized people can access certain sensitive documents. Previously, only some users could open these protected PDFs using Microsoft Edge. Now, this ability is being extended to more users, including those in sovereign cloud environments, which are like private, secure sections of the internet reserved for specific groups or organizations.

Microsoft Edge, with its built-in PDF reader powered by Adobe Acrobat, acts like a master key that can open these specially locked PDFs. This update means that more people in different areas, including government sectors, can now easily access important documents without needing additional software or tools. This change helps streamline processes and ensures that secure information can be accessed efficiently by those who need it, much like having a universal key that works for all the special locks you encounter.