TopicMicrosoft 365 →
Simple definition
A campaign to have access to users or guests checked periodically.
Technical definition
Access Reviews in Entra ID ask owners or users to confirm the need to retain certain accesses.
What is it used for ?
Reduce the rights that have become useless.
Practical example
Guests of a project group may be reviewed every three months.
Common issues
- Campaign not followed
- Automatic decision not configured
- Owner absent
Related terms
Entra ID · Guest User Entra ID · Myth of privilege
Key takeaway: Exact behavior and commands may vary depending on versions, products and architectures.