CIS Benchmark Compliance
APP-03High

Internal App Registration Permissions for CIS Benchmark Compliance

Learn how APP-03 helps you meet CIS Benchmark requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.

CIS Benchmark compliance requires implementing specific controls around internal app registration permissions. This page explains how TrueConfig's APP-03 control helps you meet CIS Benchmark requirements in your Microsoft 365 environment.

How APP-03 Addresses CIS Benchmark Requirements

CIS Benchmark requires organizations to implement controls around internal app registration permissions. The APP-03 control provides:

  • Internal app registrations with high-privilege Graph permissions are documented and reviewed quarterly
  • Permissions like Mail.ReadWrite.All, Directory.ReadWrite.All, and RoleManagement.ReadWrite.Directory are flagged
  • Each internal app with elevated permissions has documented business justification

These measures directly support CIS Benchmark compliance by ensuring proper applications security in your Microsoft 365 environment.

Implementation for Compliance

To satisfy CIS Benchmark requirements with this control:

  • **Enable the control** - Follow the manual configuration steps
  • **Document your implementation** - Record how the control was configured
  • **Maintain evidence** - TrueConfig automatically logs compliance status
  • **Monitor continuously** - Track any deviations from the expected state

Evidence Collection

For CIS Benchmark audits, you'll need to demonstrate:

  • Current configuration state
  • Historical compliance data
  • Remediation actions taken
  • Continuous monitoring in place

TrueConfig provides all of this evidence through its audit trail and reporting features.

Why This Control Matters for CIS Benchmark

Internal app registrations are applications you created and control. While you own the code, misconfigured permissions can expose excessive access. Regular review ensures your own apps only have necessary permissions.

Implementing APP-03 is an important step toward CIS Benchmark compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to CIS Benchmark requirements.

Ready to achieve CIS Benchmark compliance?

TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with CIS Benchmark requirements, including this control.