Eliminate Permanent Global Administrators for PCI DSS Compliance
Learn how PA-01-L2 helps you meet PCI DSS requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.
Meeting PCI DSS standards for Microsoft 365 involves implementing controls like PA-01-L2 (Eliminate Permanent Global Administrators). This guide covers the specific PCI DSS requirements addressed by this control and how to achieve compliance.
How PA-01-L2 Addresses PCI DSS Requirements
PCI DSS requires organizations to implement controls around eliminate permanent global administrators. The PA-01-L2 control provides:
- Zero permanent human Global Administrator assignments
- All Global Admin access is through PIM eligible assignments
- Only emergency access accounts retain permanent Global Admin
These measures directly support PCI DSS compliance by ensuring proper privileged_access security in your Microsoft 365 environment.
Implementation for Compliance
To satisfy PCI DSS requirements with this control:
- **Enable the control** - Use TrueConfig's one-click remediation
- **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
Permanent Global Admin accounts are always-on attack targets. With PIM, admins activate access only when needed, reducing the attack window from 24/7 to minutes per day. This is a fundamental Zero Trust control.
Implementing PA-01-L2 is an important step toward PCI DSS compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to PCI DSS requirements.
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