405118 – Microsoft Purview compliance portal: Data Loss Prevention – New workload for Copilot in Content Explorer

Product:

Copilot, Purview, Purview Communication Compliance, Purview compliance portal, Purview Data Loss Prevention

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

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Details:

With this change, customers will start seeing a new Copilot location within the Content Explorer. This will have all the sensitive information which is present in Copilot conversations

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Scope:
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Release Phase:
Preview, General Availability

Created:
2024-07-03

updated:
2026-01-21

Public Preview Start Date

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Docu to Check

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MS workload name

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

Data Exposure Risk
The introduction of a new Copilot location may inadvertently expose sensitive information if not properly configured, leading to potential data breaches.
   - roles: Compliance Officer, IT Security Manager
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2023/01/10/understanding-data-loss-prevention-in-microsoft-365/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/security-compliance-identity/what-s-new-in-microsoft-purview-compliance-portal/ba-p/3741230

User Confusion and Training Needs
Users may be confused by the new Copilot location and its functionalities, leading to decreased productivity and increased support requests.
   - roles: End User, Help Desk Support
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/02/15/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/03/01/the-impact-of-ai-on-business-and-the-future-of-work/

Configutation Options**

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Data Protection**

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IT Security**

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft is introducing a new feature in the Purview compliance portal called Data Loss Prevention (DLP) for Copilot. Imagine this as a new section in a library where all the sensitive conversations from Copilot are stored. Just like a librarian helps you find specific books, this new feature helps you track and manage sensitive information within Copilot conversations.

In a real-life scenario, think of it like a security guard at a building entrance. The guard checks everyone coming in and out to ensure no unauthorized items are taken. Similarly, the DLP feature acts as a security measure to monitor and protect sensitive data shared in Copilot. It ensures that important information doesn’t accidentally leave the organization or get into the wrong hands.

This change means that users will now see a dedicated area in the Content Explorer where all sensitive information from Copilot is gathered. This helps organizations maintain control over their data and ensures compliance with data protection regulations. It’s like having a special section in a filing cabinet where all critical documents are stored for easy access and monitoring.

Overall, this update aims to enhance data security and compliance by providing a centralized location to oversee sensitive information within Copilot interactions.