This is a new series where I will summarize some awesome feature releases as they come to certain Microsoft Security Products. First up the Defender for all Defenders! 😎
The May 2023 edition of the Microsoft 365 Defender Blog includes a range of updates and announcements regarding Microsoft’s security offerings. These updates include enhancements to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, improved identity protection features, and new insights for administrators to better understand their organization’s security posture.
Among the specific updates discussed in the post are new capabilities for automated threat response in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, including the ability to isolate compromised devices and remove malicious files. Additionally, Microsoft is introducing new integration points between Microsoft Defender for Identity and Azure Active Directory, giving administrators better visibility into suspicious login attempts and other potential security issues.
Other updates highlighted in the post include improvements to Microsoft Defender for Office 365, which is adding new email quarantine capabilities and enhanced URL filtering, as well as updates to Microsoft Cloud App Security and Azure Sentinel. Overall, the May 2023 edition of the Microsoft 365 Defender Blog offers a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in Microsoft’s security offerings and highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to protecting its users’ data and systems.
Hopefully, you love this summary and below you will find links to a few that find to be extra awesome!
Alert Classification for Password Spray attacks in the M365 Defender portal. here
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint can now surface Internet-facing devices. here
Defender for Cloud Apps Security Governance is now included in the E-5 Security add-on SKU. Click here for more info!
Be sure to tune in over the weekend as I will be uploading several videos to YouTube covering Identity Protection, Defender for Cloud Apps, and my thoughts on starting a career in Cyber. Until next time ✌🏾🖤✌🏾DW