The Microsoft Entra agent for smarter access governance: Access Review Agent
Reduce access review fatigue before it creates risk.
This blog shows how the Microsoft Security Copilot Access Review Agent in Microsoft Entra uses AI to transform manual access reviews into data-driven decisions:
- Analyse sign-in activity and unusual access patterns automatically
- Provide conversational, AI-based recommendations in Microsoft Teams
- Strengthen governance with revocation, delegation, and team access controls
Looking to drive faster, smarter access decisions? Read the blog.
What is the Access Review Agent?
The Access Review Agent is a new feature in Microsoft Entra that leverages AI to streamline access reviews. It transforms the review process by analyzing sign-in activity, peer group changes, and unusual access patterns, providing data-driven recommendations to reviewers. This helps organizations conduct more efficient and informed access reviews directly within Microsoft Teams.
How does the Access Review Agent improve compliance?
The Access Review Agent enhances compliance by reducing the manual effort involved in access reviews and providing clear, actionable recommendations. By focusing on relevant data and flagging anomalies, it helps reviewers make informed decisions, thereby closing compliance gaps and ensuring that only the right individuals maintain access to critical systems.
What permissions does the Access Review Agent require?
The Access Review Agent requires delegated permissions to act on behalf of the signed-in human reviewer. It operates within the context of the reviewer's permissions, ensuring that it cannot perform actions beyond what the reviewer is authorized to do. All final access decisions remain with the human reviewer, while the agent provides valuable recommendations.

The Microsoft Entra agent for smarter access governance: Access Review Agent
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