External Sharing Visibility for HIPAA Compliance
Learn how EXT-06 helps you meet HIPAA requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.
Meeting HIPAA standards for Microsoft 365 involves implementing controls like EXT-06 (External Sharing Visibility). This guide covers the specific HIPAA requirements addressed by this control and how to achieve compliance.
How EXT-06 Addresses HIPAA Requirements
HIPAA 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 HIPAA compliance by ensuring proper external security in your Microsoft 365 environment.
Implementation for Compliance
To satisfy HIPAA 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 HIPAA 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 HIPAA
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 HIPAA compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to HIPAA requirements.
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TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with HIPAA requirements, including this control.