What is PBI Private Access, and how does it enhance security for private apps?
PBI Private Access separates the browsing activity from the endpoint by running the browser session in a cloud container or remote VM. This separation prevents malicious scripts or data from reaching the user’s device, especially when accessing sensitive internal apps.
How does PBI Private Access protect against data leakage in private app access?
Isolation policies can block copy-paste, downloads, printing, and keyboard access, ensuring sensitive information stays secure, even when accessed from unmanaged or BYOD endpoints.
Is PBI Private Access effective against phishing or zero-day browser exploits?
Yes. Since the browsing session runs remotely, any exploits or malware are contained and never reach the endpoint.
Can PBI Private Access be used for unmanaged or BYOD devices?
Absolutely. It's a common use case. PBI Private Access provides browser-based access to internal apps through an isolated session, delivering secure access without a full VPN or tunneling services.
How do users access private apps through an isolated browser session?
Users log in via a secure web portal. The browser renders the session but runs in a secure container hosted on-premises.
Can PBI Private Access be enforced based on device posture or user group?
Yes. Policies can dynamically enforce isolation if the user is on an unmanaged device, in a risky location, or lacks the required security posture.
Does PBI Private Access integrate with SSO and identity providers?
Yes. It works with standard IDP providers (Okta, Entra, etc.) to authenticate users before granting access to apps.
Is there support for multi-factor authentication (MFA)?
Yes. Browser-isolated access portals support MFA integrations, often through the same IDP you already use.
Will PBI Private Access affect performance or latency?
There is some overhead, but PBI Private Access is optimized for performance. Most users won’t notice any significant lag for typical web apps, though media-heavy apps might feel slower.
Do Admins/Owners need to install anything to use PBI Private Access?
Refer to the Owner and Admin Guide for detailed onboarding steps to install PBI Private Access on your premises.
Do users need to install anything to use PBI Private Access?
No installation or pre-requisite is required — users can access the product without installing or running any application in advance. before using the product.
Can PBI Private Access sessions be audited or recorded?
PBI Private Access provides session logging and detailed audit events to support compliance and investigation efforts.
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