Let's Talk Azure! S6E9 - Monitor your OAuth Apps using Defender for Cloud Apps
Mar 28, 2025
The hosts explore the crucial role of OAuth apps in data security and the potential risks they pose to organizations. They discuss how Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps can enhance app governance and monitor permissions effectively. Key topics include best practices for managing user consent, overprivileged apps, and the importance of real-time visibility into app usage. The conversation highlights the challenges of securing personally identifiable information while leveraging cloud technology. It’s a deep dive into safeguarding cloud applications!
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OAuth Apps: A Hidden Gem
- OAuth apps are a hidden area in Defender for Cloud Apps.
- Many don't realize their value for monitoring and securing Azure AD.
OAuth Apps: Functionality and Risks
- OAuth apps are an open standard for authentication, granting service access without passwords.
- They leverage identity providers like Azure AD but pose risks due to user consent and potential exploitation.
Admin Consent for OAuth Apps
- Control OAuth app access by requiring admin consent.
- This prevents users from unknowingly granting permissions to potentially malicious apps.