399934 – Microsoft Intune: Endpoint Privilege Management rules support specifying allowable command arguments

Product:

Intune

Platform:

US Instances, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

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Details:

Endpoint Privilege Management rules support specifying a list of allowable command parameters, ensuring elevation for only the allowed or mandatory arguments.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2024-07-09

updated:
2025-05-14

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Direct effects for Operations**

- Direct Impact on IT Operations
- Implementation of Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) rules may require updates to existing IT policies and procedures.
- Roles impacted: IT Operations Managers, Security Administrators
- Potential need for additional training for IT staff on the new EPM features and best practices.
- Roles impacted: IT Support Staff, System Administrators
- Increased monitoring and auditing of command arguments to ensure compliance with the new rules.
- Roles impacted: Compliance Officers, IT Security Analysts

- Direct Impact on IT Services
- Changes to application behavior due to restricted command parameters may lead to service disruptions if not properly tested.
- Roles impacted: Application Owners, Service Managers
- Integration with other IT services (e.g., SIEM, logging services) may require adjustments to accommodate new logging requirements for command arguments.
- Roles impacted: IT Integration Specialists, DevOps Engineers
- Potential delays in service delivery if users encounter issues with elevated privileges that were previously allowed.
- Roles impacted: Helpdesk Staff, User Support Representatives

- Direct Impact on IT Users
- Users may experience disruptions in their workflows if necessary command arguments are not included in the allowable list.
- Roles impacted: End Users, Business Analysts
- Increased dependency on IT support for troubleshooting issues related to command elevation and privilege management.
- Roles impacted: Helpdesk Staff, IT Support Technicians
- Possible resistance from users due to perceived limitations on their ability to execute necessary commands for their roles.
- Roles impacted: Department Managers, Team Leaders

References:
- Microsoft Intune Documentation: [Microsoft Endpoint Privilege Management](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/intune/protect/privilege-management)
- Microsoft Tech Community: [Intune Updates](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/intune-customer-success/bg-p/IntuneCustomerSuccess)

Opportunities**

- Implement Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) with Command Argument Restrictions
- Enhance security by specifying allowable command parameters for elevated privileges, reducing the risk of misuse or accidental changes.
- Roles that would benefit:
- IT Security Team: Improved control over endpoint security and reduced attack surface.
- Help Desk Support: Fewer incidents related to unauthorized access or misuse of elevated privileges.

- Streamline IT Operations with Automated Policy Enforcement
- Utilize Intune's EPM to automate the enforcement of privilege management policies, reducing manual oversight and potential errors.
- Roles that would benefit:
- IT Operations Team: Increased efficiency in managing endpoint configurations and compliance.
- System Administrators: Reduced workload in monitoring and adjusting user privileges.

- Optimize Licensing Costs through Role-Based Access Control
- By implementing EPM with specific command argument restrictions, organizations can potentially reduce the number of licenses needed for higher-tier management solutions, as fewer users may require elevated privileges.
- Roles that would benefit:
- IT Finance Team: Opportunity to analyze and potentially reduce licensing costs associated with endpoint management.
- Compliance Officers: Enhanced ability to demonstrate adherence to security policies, potentially justifying a reduction in licensing needs.

References:
- Microsoft Intune Documentation: [Microsoft Intune](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/intune/)
- Endpoint Privilege Management Overview: [Microsoft Endpoint Privilege Management](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/intune-customer-success/endpoint-privilege-management-in-intune/ba-p/3671230)

Potentional Risks**

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