Zero Trust Compliance
ID-05High

Configure Smart Lockout Protection for Zero Trust Compliance

Learn how ID-05 helps you meet Zero Trust requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.

Meeting Zero Trust standards for Microsoft 365 involves implementing controls like ID-05 (Configure Smart Lockout Protection). This guide covers the specific Zero Trust requirements addressed by this control and how to achieve compliance.

How ID-05 Addresses Zero Trust Requirements

Zero Trust requires organizations to implement controls around configure smart lockout protection. The ID-05 control provides:

  • Smart lockout is enabled with appropriate thresholds
  • Lockout threshold is 5 or fewer failed attempts
  • Custom banned password list is configured

These measures directly support Zero Trust compliance by ensuring proper identity security in your Microsoft 365 environment.

Implementation for Compliance

To satisfy Zero Trust 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 Zero Trust 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 Zero Trust

Password spray attacks try common passwords across many accounts. Smart lockout detects these patterns and blocks attackers while allowing legitimate users to authenticate. Weak settings leave you vulnerable.

Implementing ID-05 is an important step toward Zero Trust compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to Zero Trust requirements.

Ready to achieve Zero Trust compliance?

TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with Zero Trust requirements, including this control.