Generated files inherit sensitivity labels
[Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]
When generating files with Microsoft 365 Copilot, sensitivity labels are automatically applied based on the highest label detected in the source data to protect organizational data.
Details:
What changed:
Microsoft 365 Copilot now evaluates the content used to generate files and applies the highest sensitivity label found in the referenced data. Previously, generated files did not inherit sensitivity labels automatically, which could lead to inconsistent data protection. If Copilot cannot apply a label, users receive a clear notification to address the missing label before sharing or storing the file.
Why:
This change ensures generated documents comply with your organization's data governance policies by inheriting appropriate protection levels. It reduces the risk of accidental data exposure from unlabeled files.
Try this:
Generate a file using Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Check the file properties to verify the applied sensitivity label.
If notified of a missing label, manually apply the correct sensitivity label before sharing.
Why this matters:
Automatically applying sensitivity labels helps maintain consistent data protection and compliance across all generated content.
Business impact:
Teams reduce the risk of data leaks by ensuring all Copilot-generated files follow organizational labeling policies without extra manual steps.
Personal impact:
You avoid the risk of sharing unlabeled sensitive files and save time by not having to manually label generated documents.