MC1087642 – Power Platform – Manage security with new capabilities

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Microsoft 365 admin center

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Online, World tenant

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Change type:

New feature

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We are announcing the ability to manage security with new capabilities in Power Platform This feature will reach general availability on June 30, 2025.

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Created:
2025-06-04

updated:
2025-06-04

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summary for non-techies**

The new capabilities in Power Platform allow administrators to set security rules for groups of environments, enable system administrators to manage security settings for their specific environments, allow tenant administrators to dismiss irrelevant security recommendations, and implement managed security at scale for comprehensive protection.

Direct effects for Operations**

Increased Security Risks
Without proper preparation, the new security management capabilities may lead to misconfigurations, exposing sensitive data and increasing vulnerability to cyber threats.
   - roles: System Administrators, Security Analysts
   - references: https://www.csoonline.com/article/3531235/the-importance-of-security-configuration-management.html

User Experience Disruption
If security settings are not properly managed, users may face access issues or restrictions, leading to decreased productivity and frustration.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2021/06/14/how-user-experience-impacts-employee-productivity/?sh=5c1c1e1e7b1e

Compliance Violations
Failure to implement the new security features correctly could result in non-compliance with data protection regulations, leading to legal repercussions and fines.
   - roles: Compliance Officers, Data Protection Officers
   - references: https://www.privacy-regulation.eu/en/

Configutation Options**

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Opportunities**

Centralized Security Management
The new capability to manage security recommendations at scale allows for centralized oversight of security configurations across all environments. This streamlines security management and reduces the risk of misconfigurations, enhancing overall security posture.
   - next-steps: Develop a centralized security management strategy that leverages the new Power Platform capabilities. Train IT staff on how to effectively use the new features to monitor and manage security settings.
   - roles: IT Administrators, Security Officers, Compliance Managers
   - references: https://aka.ms/11018

Enhanced User Experience with Security Recommendations
By allowing tenant administrators to dismiss irrelevant security recommendations, organizations can tailor their security posture to their specific needs, improving user experience and reducing alert fatigue.
   - next-steps: Establish criteria for dismissing recommendations and train administrators on how to effectively evaluate which recommendations to act upon or dismiss.
   - roles: IT Administrators, End Users, Compliance Managers
   - references: https://aka.ms/11018

Scalable Managed Security Implementation
The ability to use managed environments at scale enables organizations to implement security features uniformly across multiple environments, ensuring consistent security practices and compliance with organizational policies.
   - next-steps: Assess current environments and plan a phased implementation of managed security features, ensuring all environments are aligned with the organization's security policies.
   - roles: IT Administrators, Security Officers, Operations Managers
   - references: https://aka.ms/11018

Potentional Risks**

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IT Security**

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explanation for non-techies**

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