Sensitivity Labels Key Points for the SC-400 Certification Exam
Sensitivity Labels are essential for protecting and classifying sensitive data within an organization. They are a core feature in Microsoft Purview Information Protection and play a significant role in the SC-400 certification exam.
1. Purpose of Sensitivity Labels
- Classify and Protect Data
- Labels define data sensitivity (e.g., Confidential, Highly Confidential).
- Apply encryption, watermarking, and content marking.
Consistency Across Platforms
- Sensitivity labels are persistent across Microsoft 365 apps, email, and third-party services.
2. Label Configuration Components
- Labels
- Define the protection settings applied to data.
- Hierarchical labels allow grouping under parent categories.
Policies
- Assign and publish labels to users and groups.
- Control who can access and apply specific labels.
Protection Settings
- Encryption: Define permissions, expiration dates, and access restrictions.
- Content Marking: Add headers, footers, and watermarks to labeled content.
- Auto-Labeling: Automatically apply labels based on conditions.
3. Label Scope
- Files and Emails
- Protect Office files (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and emails in Outlook.
- Persistent metadata stays with the document or email.
Groups and Sites
- Protect Microsoft Teams, SharePoint sites, and Microsoft 365 groups.
- Apply restrictions on external sharing and guest access.
Retention Labels Integration
- Can combine with retention settings to manage data lifecycle.
4. Default Labels and Recommendations
- Default Labels
- Automatically apply a specific label when no other label is specified.
- Ensures baseline protection for all new content.
Label Recommendations
- Prompt users to apply labels based on content or keywords.
- Helps ensure compliance without manual intervention.
5. Key SC-400 Exam Focus Areas
- Label Policies
- How to create, publish, and manage sensitivity label policies.
Encryption Settings
- Configuring user access and protecting shared files.
Auto-Labeling Rules
- Creating rules to apply labels based on specific content (e.g., PII, credit card numbers).
Integration
- How sensitivity labels integrate with Microsoft Defender, DLP policies, and Compliance Manager.
By understanding and implementing sensitivity labels effectively, organizations ensure compliance with data protection regulations and enhance their overall security posture.
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