Azure Compliance ControlsAzure Functions
Function apps should use the latest 'Python version' when Python is part of the app
Periodically, newer versions are released for Python software either due to security flaws or to include additional functionality. Using the latest Python version for Function apps is recommended. This policy only applies to Linux apps.
What this control checks
Checks the Python version setting of Function apps that include Python
Tool mappings
Use these identifiers to cross-reference this control across tools, reports, and evidence.
- Compliance.tf Control:
appservice_function_app_latest_python_version - Powerpipe Control:
azure_compliance.control.appservice_function_app_latest_python_version - Azure Policy Definition:
7238174a-fd10-4ef0-817e-fc820a951d73
Last reviewed: 2026-10-11