Microsoft Teams third-party bot approval controls for meeting social-engineering risk
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Microsoft Teams has added admin controls that block third-party bots without approval, reducing meeting social-engineering risk across managed tenants. The policy improves visibility by identifying bots, placing them in the meeting lobby, and requiring organizer confirmation before admission. Microsoft also plans allow lists, bot blocking, and audit logs to tighten enforcement.
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Microsoft Teams admin policy adds approval-based control for third-party bots
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First: 30.06.2026 13:52
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Microsoft has introduced a new Teams admin policy that allows organizers to prevent third-party bots from joining meetings without approval.
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30.06.2026 13:52 2 articles · 4h ago
Microsoft Teams third-party bot approval controls for meeting social-engineering risk
Initial DisclosureTeams administrators gained a policy that requires approval before third-party bots can enter meetings, adding a control point for non-human participants. The change focuses on reducing bot-assisted social-engineering exposure while preserving visibility for organizers.
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- Microsoft adds smarter bot protection to Teams meetings — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 30.06.2026 13:52
- Microsoft adds smarter bot protection to Teams meetings — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 30.06.2026 13:52