External Sharing Visibility for CIS Benchmark Compliance
Learn how EXT-06 helps you meet CIS Benchmark requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.
Organizations pursuing CIS Benchmark compliance need to address external sharing visibility as part of their security program. The EXT-06 control maps directly to CIS Benchmark requirements, helping demonstrate compliance while strengthening your security posture.
How EXT-06 Addresses CIS Benchmark Requirements
CIS Benchmark requires organizations to implement controls around external sharing visibility. The EXT-06 control provides:
- External sharing links in SharePoint/OneDrive are tracked
- Anonymous "Anyone with the link" shares are identified
- External sharing activity is reviewed regularly
These measures directly support CIS Benchmark compliance by ensuring proper external 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
External sharing is the most common data leakage vector. Without visibility into what is shared externally, you cannot assess your data exposure risk or detect sensitive data being shared inappropriately.
Implementing EXT-06 is an important step toward CIS Benchmark compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to CIS Benchmark requirements.
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TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with CIS Benchmark requirements, including this control.