CIS Microsoft 365 Foundations Benchmark Assessment
Automate your CIS Microsoft 365 Benchmark assessments with ConfigCobra. Run Level 1 and Level 2 controls, get compliance reports, and maintain continuous security posture monitoring.
What is the CIS Microsoft 365 Foundations Benchmark?
The CIS Microsoft 365 Foundations Benchmark is a comprehensive set of security configuration guidelines developed by the Center for Internet Security (CIS). It provides 129 security controls designed to help organizations secure their Microsoft 365 environments against common threats and misconfigurations.
The benchmark is divided into two profile levels:
Level 1 (Essential)
Essential security controls recommended for all systems. These controls are designed to be practical and implementable with minimal impact on business operations.
- Minimal business impact
- Recommended for all organizations
- Focus on essential security
Level 2 (Enhanced)
Enhanced security controls for sensitive environments. These controls provide additional defense-in-depth and are recommended for organizations handling sensitive data.
- Enhanced security posture
- For sensitive environments
- Defense-in-depth approach
Why Automate CIS Microsoft 365 Assessments?
129 Controls to Assess
Manually checking 129 CIS controls across your Microsoft 365 tenant is time-consuming and error-prone. Automation ensures comprehensive coverage.
Continuous Compliance
Configuration drift happens constantly. Automated assessments detect changes immediately, ensuring you stay compliant 24/7.
Audit-Ready Reports
Generate PDF reports with evidence, severity mapping, and remediation guidance. Perfect for compliance audits and stakeholder reporting.
How ConfigCobra Automates CIS M365 Assessments
1. Automated Control Assessment
ConfigCobra automatically assesses all 129 CIS Microsoft 365 Foundations Benchmark controls against your tenant configuration. Each control is evaluated for compliance, with clear pass/fail/warning status indicators.
2. Level 1 and Level 2 Profiles
Run assessments for Level 1 (Essential) or Level 2 (Enhanced) profiles, or both. Each control shows its profile level, making it easy to focus on the right security posture for your organization.
3. Detailed Evidence and Remediation
For each control, ConfigCobra provides detailed evidence of the current configuration, impact assessment, and step-by-step remediation guidance. Export evidence for audit purposes.
4. Continuous Monitoring
Schedule automated assessments on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Get notified immediately when configuration drift occurs, ensuring continuous compliance.