Planning and Configuring DLP Policies

Organizations can safeguard their Microsoft Teams environment against data loss by implementing DLP strategies. This involves setting up policies that block the sharing of sensitive data through Teams chats or channels. DLP is crucial for preventing unauthorized access to confidential information, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations, and protecting intellectual property. By proactively monitoring and controlling data transmission, DLP helps mitigate risks associated with data breaches and insider threats.

Important Note

You must have an E5/A5/G5 license to protect Microsoft Teams using DLP.

Exercise 2.9: Setting up DLP Policy

These steps will help you set up a DLP policy for Microsoft Teams:

1. Sign in to Microsoft Purview at http://compliance.microsoft.com. You must be either Global Administrator, Compliance Administrator, or Security Administrator.
2. Choose Data loss prevention (you may first have to select...