check before: 2025-04-01
Product:
Microsoft Edge, Purview, Purview Communication Compliance, Purview compliance portal, Purview Data Loss Prevention
Platform:
Web, World tenant
Status:
Launched
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Details:
The authorized group setting ensures that Edge respects the settings for "Printer groups," "Removable USB device groups," and "Network share groups" in the Microsoft Purview compliance portal. This change will prevent users from bypassing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) protections by using Edge, thereby enhancing security and compliance.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2024-10-17
updated:
2026-01-21
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Edge's new "authorized group setting" feature enhances security by ensuring compliance with group settings for printers, USB devices, and network shares as defined in the Microsoft Purview compliance portal, preventing unauthorized access and protecting sensitive information.
Direct effects for Operations**
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Compliance
Without proper preparation, users may experience disruptions in their ability to print or use removable USB devices, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/security-compliance-identity/microsoft-edge-v-136-authorized-group-setting-in-microsoft-edge/ba-p/3851230
User Experience
Changes to authorized group settings may lead to unexpected restrictions for users, causing confusion and potential workflow interruptions.
- roles: End Users, Compliance Officers
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/security-compliance-identity/microsoft-edge-v-136-authorized-group-setting-in-microsoft-edge/ba-p/3851230
Operational Efficiency
If users are unable to access necessary tools due to the new settings, it may result in delays in project timelines and overall operational inefficiency.
- roles: Project Managers, Team Leaders
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/security-compliance-identity/microsoft-edge-v-136-authorized-group-setting-in-microsoft-edge/ba-p/3851230
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-01-21 | RM Product Tags | Microsoft Purview compliance portal, Microsoft Edge | Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Purview |
| 2025-05-02 | RM Status | In development | Launched |
| 2025-05-02 | RM Title | Microsoft Edge: Authorized group setting in Microsoft Edge for Business | Microsoft Edge: v.136 - Authorized Group Setting in Microsoft Edge for Business |
| 2025-02-22 | RM Release | February CY2025 | April CY2025 |
| 2024-12-07 | RM Release | January CY2025 | February CY2025 |
| 2024-11-07 | RM Release | November CY2024 | January CY2025 |
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