SharePoint subsite has unique permissions
AI summary
Rencore Governance detects SharePoint subsites with unique permissions, which complicate security management and can result in unintended data access. Use this detection rule to identify sites that need permission inheritance enforcement and reduce compliance risks.
What it detects
Detects SharePoint subsitesSubsiteA subsite is a site created under another SharePoint site in the same site collection.Read more that have unique permissionsPermission inheritanceSharePoint sites, lists, folders and files inherit their permissions from their parent by default.Read more, making security management complex.
Why it matters
Unique permissions increase complexity and may result in unintended data access. Organizations should enforce permission inheritance and track deviations using Rencore Governance. Regular access audits help maintain compliance and reduce exposure risks.
The rule
Every Site where Is Root Web is false and Has Unique Role Assignments is true
In Rencore Governance
Details
| Applies to | Site |
|---|---|
| Connector | SharePoint |
| Severity | Medium |
| Category | Security |
| Recommended | No |
| Recommended automation | None |
| License type | Standard |
Related policies
Other policies that check Site objects:
- Sites with disabled search (Information)
- SharePoint site has broken permission inheritance (Medium)
Frequently asked questions
What does the SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy detect?
What does the SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy detect?The SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy detects SharePoint subsites that have unique permissions, making security management complex.
Which objects does the SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy check?
Which objects does the SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy check?The SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy checks Site objects from the SharePoint inventory and reports each one that matches its rule as a violation.
How severe is a violation of the SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy?
How severe is a violation of the SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy?Violations of the SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy have Medium severity. The policy is in the Security category.
Which module includes the SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy?
Which module includes the SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy?The SharePoint subsite has unique permissions policy comes with the SharePoint connector in the Digital Workplace module of Rencore Governance, which every Plan includes.
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