Even with strong security practices, small missteps in Microsoft 365 can create dangerous gaps. Attackers today use AI agents, generative AI phishing kits, and automation tools to exploit global admins, the accounts with the highest privileges.
By tightening configurations, you not only protect your Microsoft 365 tenant but also strengthen your Microsoft Azure environment. For CSP partners, this is essential to staying compliant and retaining your place in the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) Program.
Protecting Your Global Admins
Identity has become the new perimeter. With adoption of Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365, attackers are targeting privileged identities to gain wider access.
How CSP partners can secure global admins:
- Deploy phishing-resistant MFA
- Configure Conditional Access templates
- Use Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
- Monitor with Identity Protection
- Improve your Partner Center Security Score
Why This Matters for CSP Partners
Next Steps: Stay Ahead of Enforcement
To remain compliant and authorized under the Microsoft CSP Program:
- Review your Microsoft 365 tenant configuration
- Share this checklist with your admin team
- Update compliance settings in Partner Center
Effective October 1, 2025, Microsoft enforces stricter security compliance rules for CSP partners.
Need Help?
For questions, support, or assistance meeting these requirements:
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Microsoft is introducing new compliance requirements for CSP Indirect Resellers. These updates aim to strengthen partner security and ensure operational readiness. To remain authorized and continue transacting, please review and meet all the requirements outlined below.