How to resolve Sprinto check for protecting Azure SQL Database from public access
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Sprinto Check: Azure SQL database should be protected from direct internet traffic
Protecting public access to your Azure SQL Database is crucial for maintaining security compliance. Sprinto guides on configuring and passing the monitor related to Azure SQL Database Public Access Protection.
Purpose
The purpose of the Sprinto check for Azure SQL Database Public Access Protection is to enforce security compliance by securing public access to your SQL database. This implementation helps you:
Security Compliance: Ensure that public access to your Azure SQL Database is disabled, meeting compliance requirements.
Data Protection: Safeguard sensitive data by preventing unauthorized access through public endpoints.
Sprinto Check Passing: Update the Sprinto check status to "Passing" after implementing the recommended protection measures.
How to Implement
To resolve the Sprinto check, follow these steps within the Azure portal:
Before you Begin
Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify SQL Database settings.
Log in to Sprinto as an administrator.
Protection Implementation
Log in to the Azure portal using your credentials.
Select the SQL databases resource or use the top search bar to locate the database.
Choose the respective SQL database and click Set server firewall.
On Networking page, under Public tab, select Disable for Public network access.
Click Save.
Once the firewall configuration is updated, Sprinto retrieves the changes and sets the Azure SQL database should be protected from direct internet traffic check status to "Passing."
For additional assistance with the Sprinto check, please get in touch with Sprinto Support.