External Sharing Visibility for SOC 2 Compliance
Learn how EXT-06 helps you meet SOC 2 requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.
SOC 2 compliance requires implementing specific controls around external sharing visibility. This page explains how TrueConfig's EXT-06 control helps you meet SOC 2 requirements in your Microsoft 365 environment.
How EXT-06 Addresses SOC 2 Requirements
SOC 2 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 SOC 2 compliance by ensuring proper external security in your Microsoft 365 environment.
Implementation for Compliance
To satisfy SOC 2 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 SOC 2 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 SOC 2
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 SOC 2 compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to SOC 2 requirements.
Ready to achieve SOC 2 compliance?
TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with SOC 2 requirements, including this control.