Conditional access in Microsoft Intune is a policy-based approach to controlling access to corporate resources, based on specific conditions or criteria. It allows administrators to control access to corporate data and resources, ensuring that only authorized users and devices can access sensitive data.

Conditional access policies in Intune can be based on a range of conditions, including :

1. Device compliance : ensuring that the device meets the organization's security and compliance requirements, such as having the latest software updates, having a passcode set, and having encryption enabled.

2. Location : controlling access based on the user's location, such as only allowing access from within the organization's network or from a specific geographic location.

3. User risk : assessing the level of risk associated with the user, such as whether the user has been flagged as a high-risk user based on their previous behavior or security incidents. 4. Application : controlling access to specific applications, such as allowing access to a cloud-based application but not allowing access to on-premises applications.

Conditional access works by requiring users and devices to meet specific conditions before they can access corporate data and resources. If a user or device does not meet the conditions specified in the policy, they will be denied access.

Conditional access policies can be applied to a range of resources, including Microsoft 365 services, Azure AD-connected apps, and on-premises applications, and can be configured through the Intune console.

Overall, conditional access in Microsoft Intune provides a powerful mechanism for controlling access to corporate data and resources, ensuring that organizations can maintain a secure and compliant environment.