Microsoft Purview: Endpoint Data Loss Prevention-Archive File Classification Behavior Change for Windows Endpoints

Summary

We are updating archive file classification behavior on Windows endpoints to align with cloud workloads. This change improves consistency, reduces noise in event reporting, and enhances performance when processing archive files.

Status
In development
General availability target
Oct 2026
Preview target
Sep 2026
Products
Microsoft Purview
Clouds
Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)
Release phases
General Availability, Preview
Platforms
Web
Added to the roadmap
9 Sep 2026
Last changed
10 Sep 2026 · 17d ago
recently changed
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