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Gaz31's avatar
Gaz31
Copper Contributor
Nov 15, 2024

List of Classified Assets

Hello everyone...

I am fairly new to Purview.... and getting stuck in different places.

First question: Is there any way to get a list of assets that have been auto-classified.

Under Data Map> Data Source, I can see the number of discovered assets and classified assets, but these boxes are greyed out and not clickable.

ps... I have purview admin rights, so I don't think it has to do with roles & permissions.

Many thanks. 

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  • Mks_1973's avatar
    Mks_1973
    Iron Contributor

    In Microsoft Purview, if you’re looking to get a list of assets that have been auto-classified, there are a few methods you can try:

    Use the Search and Filter in Data Map:
    Navigate to Data Map in Purview, and then go to Browse assets.
    You can use the search bar and filters to narrow down assets by classification. For example, you can filter for specific classifications (like "Confidential" or "Personal Data") to see only those assets that were auto-classified with that tag.


    Classification Insights via Purview Catalog:
    Another option is to go to the Insights section (if available) in Purview. The Insights dashboard can sometimes provide a high-level overview of classified assets, though it may not list assets individually. However, it’s a good place to start for visual summaries.

    Exporting the List via REST API or SDK:
    Since the UI options for classified assets are limited, you might want to consider using Purview's REST API or Azure SDK for Purview. With these tools, you can retrieve a list of assets along with their classification tags.
    You’ll need to write a script to query the classification property of assets within your data map and output a list. Purview's documentation includes guidance on using the API to retrieve asset metadata, including classification.

    Check User Permissions or Data Source Configuration:
    Even though you have admin rights, certain configurations or permissions might limit interaction with specific assets. Make sure that your data sources are correctly configured to allow classification visibility in Purview.

    Custom Reporting with Logic Apps or Power BI:
    If you need to regularly view or report on classified assets, consider setting up a Power BI report or Logic Apps workflow to pull this data from Purview via the API. This way, you can have an up-to-date list of classified assets without manually querying each time.


    • Gaz31's avatar
      Gaz31
      Copper Contributor

      Thanks for the response. Will try those.

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