Third-Party Enterprise App Permissions for PCI DSS Compliance
Learn how APP-06 helps you meet PCI DSS requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.
PCI DSS compliance requires implementing specific controls around third-party enterprise app permissions. This page explains how TrueConfig's APP-06 control helps you meet PCI DSS requirements in your Microsoft 365 environment.
How APP-06 Addresses PCI DSS Requirements
PCI DSS requires organizations to implement controls around third-party enterprise app permissions. The APP-06 control provides:
- Third-party enterprise apps with elevated permissions are identified and reviewed
- External vendor apps with Directory.ReadWrite.All, Mail.ReadWrite.All are flagged
- Each third-party app with elevated permissions has documented vendor assessment
- Quarterly review of third-party app permissions is conducted
These measures directly support PCI DSS compliance by ensuring proper applications security in your Microsoft 365 environment.
Implementation for Compliance
To satisfy PCI DSS 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 PCI DSS 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 PCI DSS
Third-party enterprise apps are applications from external vendors that you consented to but do not control. These apps pose supply chain risk - a compromised vendor could access your tenant data. Review vendor security certifications and limit permissions to minimum necessary.
Implementing APP-06 is an important step toward PCI DSS compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to PCI DSS requirements.
Ready to achieve PCI DSS compliance?
TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with PCI DSS requirements, including this control.