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fprpc protocol
About this tag
The fprpc protocol, or FrontPage Remote Procedure Call, is a legacy authentication protocol that Microsoft is blocking for Microsoft 365 tenants as part of its Secure Future Initiative. Starting in July, Microsoft will enforce the blocking of fprpc protocol access across platforms like SharePoint, OneDrive, and Office files, with full enforcement expected by August. This change is part of Microsoft's 'Secure by Default' principle to reduce security risks from outdated authentication methods. The fprpc protocol is specifically targeted alongside other legacy protocols like RPS to modernize cloud security and harden enterprise security posture.
Here’s a summary of the main points from the Neowin article and Microsoft’s update:
What’s Happening?
Microsoft 365 will disable legacy authentication protocols (Relying Party Suite [RPS] and FrontPage Remote Procedure Call [FPRPC]) for file access.
This affects Microsoft 365 and Office apps...
Microsoft’s recent announcement to update security defaults for all Microsoft 365 tenants marks a significant move towards modernizing cloud security and reducing risk exposures for organizations worldwide. Starting in July, the rollout will see Microsoft 365—encompassing platforms such as...