Audit Vigilance: Lighting the Way for Audit Analysis - Unleashing the Bat Computer
Tags: powerplatform, itsecurity, security, powerfuldevs
Published: 2023-12-18 07:05:07

**Intro**:
In the bustling landscape of modern business, where operational data flows through SharePoint and automation seamlessly integrates with Microsoft 365 services, the need for robust security and governance has never been more critical. With the rise of potential threats from bad actors and the challenges associated with maintaining proper governance, organizations find themselves at a crossroads, seeking a beacon to illuminate the shadows of vulnerability.
Enter a discreet yet powerful tool, akin to the legendary Bat Computer in Gotham City. This unassuming gem in your arsenal mirrors Batman's investigative prowess, offering unparalleled capabilities for audit analysis. Imagine configuring forensic searches with the precision of the Caped Crusader as he meticulously unravels a crime scene. This tool, our own Bat Computer for audit purposes, stands ready to empower security ops, IT admins, insider risk teams, and compliance and legal investigators. Lets delve into a journey to uncover the secrets of setting up and performing a meticulous audit search, drawing parallels between the vigilance of Batman and the audit prowess this tool brings to your organization. 

**<u>Setup / Configuration</u>** :
To initiate the Batcomputer configuration process, the initial step involves comprehending and activating either the Standard or Premium feature, depending on the licensing terms applicable to the M365 platform. Following this, permissions must be allocated within Exchange Online to individuals in your organization utilizing the audit log search tool in either the compliance portal. More precisely, users need to be assigned to specific role groups, such as the Audit Manager or Audit Reader in the compliance portal (preview), or the View-Only Audit Logs or Audit Logs roles in Exchange Online. This meticulous assignment ensures a seamless integration of the Batcomputer configuration, establishing the foundation for effective audit log searches and analysis.

**Unleashing Adhoc Search Capabilities**:
To perform an ad-hoc search, the template provides the flexibility to designate a time frame within which you aim to investigate activities within the M365 service, whether it pertains to a particular file system or SharePoint. Once you initiate the search, the requested query enters a queue, prompting the retrieval of all relevant activities conducted across your Microsoft 365 organization based on the specified selection criteria. 

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This seamless process ensures a comprehensive exploration of the chosen parameters, offering valuable insights into the intricacies of your organizational activities.



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**<u>Navigating the Horizon of Audit Logging</u>**:
In the realm of audit log management, every customer embarks on a distinctive journey shaped by individual preferences, analytical requirements, and storage considerations. Acknowledging the intricate tapestry of these decisions, Microsoft remains resolute in its commitment to augmenting flexibility – a commitment akin to unleashing the Batcomputer's dynamic capabilities.

Much like Batman tailors his tools to the nuances of Gotham's challenges, Microsoft invites users to wield the power of choice, fostering a cybersecurity strategy that resonates with the uniqueness of each organizational landscape. As we navigate the future, the Batcomputer-inspired flexibility ensures that, just like the Caped Crusader, organizations can respond to threats with agility, resilience, and unwavering precision.


Product Documentation:
[Purview Audit](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/purview/audit-solutions-overview)

[Microsoft Purview Audit](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/security/business/risk-management/microsoft-purview-audit#tabxd4977ff45c2f42f09dd8f1255dd554f8)