Updated September 17, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction
As part of Microsoft’s ongoing Secure Future Initiative (SFI) (SFI), Microsoft Purview is enhancing protections forConnectivity changes between cmdlets that connect toand other Microsoft 365M365 services such aslike SharePoint and Exchange.Exchange will need a new flag to be specified. Starting August 31, 2025, a new connectioncustomers will need to use at least Exchange Online PowerShell v3.9.0 and later, with - EnableSearchOnlySession parameter will be required when using Security & Compliance PowerShell running Connect-IPPSSessionto run specific eDiscovery-relatedthe following eDiscovery cmdlets.
When this will happen
This change will take effect onAugust 31, September 26, 2025(previously September 19).
How this affects your organization
To maintain functionality and align with modern authentication standards, customers must use Exchange Online PowerShell v3.9.0 and later and include the -EnableSearchOnlySessionConnect-IPPSSession to execute the following cmdlets:
This change does not impact users accessing eDiscovery through the Purview portal. These cmdlets also remain incompatible with Certificate-Based Authentication (CBA).
You are receiving this message because one or more users in your organization are actively using these eDiscovery features.
What you can do to prepare
- Update scripts and workflows to include the
-EnableSearchOnlySession parameter when connecting to Security & Compliance PowerShell.
- Ensure your organization is using Exchange Online PowerShell version 3.9.0 or later.
- For more information, visit: Learn about eDiscovery solutions in Microsoft Purview
Compliance considerations
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.