Storage account controls: shared key vs SAS revocation vs immutability vs locks
This sheet compares Disallow Shared Key, User delegation SAS, Stored access policy, Immutable storage, Resource lock.
| Criterion | Disallow Shared Key | User delegation SAS | Stored access policy | Immutable storage | Resource lock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Force all blob access through Entra ID | Least-privilege, short-lived external access | Revocable, individually killable SAS | WORM retention against modify and delete | Prevent the account resource being deleted |
The verdict, the full comparison, 6 rules and 4 traps are part of SC-500 access. Unlock SC-500.