Daniel 7/30/2026

How to disable group nesting in Microsoft Entra ID

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This article explains how to disable group nesting in Microsoft Entra ID by using the disableNesting property exposed through the Microsoft Graph beta endpoint. It covers why disabling nesting is beneficial for sensitive applications, provides step-by-step instructions for creating a security group with nesting disabled via PowerShell, and demonstrates how to test the restriction. The guide includes required permissions, code examples, and notes on current limitations. Aimed at IT administrators, it helps create clearer membership boundaries and reduce indirect access issues.

How to disable group nesting in Microsoft Entra ID

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