Microsoft Phases Out WSUS: Embracing Modern Update Management with Azure Arc, Intune, and Azure Update Manager Microsoft’s recent decision to deprecate Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) marks a major shift for IT administrators who have relied on it for years to manage updates. WSUS will still be available and functional in Windows Server 2025, but…
Leave a CommentUnlocking the Power of File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) with Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint As part of Microsoft’s continuous efforts to enhance cloud security, the integration of File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) has entered public preview under Defender for Servers Plan 2. This September 2024 release…
Leave a CommentUnderstanding Azure Policy: Definitions, Assignments, Exemptions, Policies, and Initiatives In today’s rapidly growing cloud environments, governance and compliance are critical to ensuring that your resources are managed efficiently and securely. Azure Policy provides a robust framework to define and enforce organizational standards and assess compliance at scale. In this blog, we will explore the foundational…
Leave a CommentGuide to Setting up Azure File Share and Connecting via Private Endpoint Azure File Share is a managed file storage service in the cloud that provides the ability to mount file shares across your network or connect to them securely via private endpoints. Connecting through a private endpoint ensures that your data remains within your…
Leave a CommentHow to Disable Network Level Authentication (NLA) on an Azure Virtual Machine Using Azure Run Command In some situations, administrators may need to disable Network Level Authentication (NLA) on Azure Virtual Machines (VMs), especially when troubleshooting Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) access issues or enabling compatibility with older systems that do not support NLA. While NLA…
Leave a CommentUnderstanding Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop Session Lock: Enhancing Security and User Experience Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) continues to revolutionize how organizations manage virtual desktops in the cloud, offering flexibility, scalability, and enhanced security. One essential aspect of using AVD effectively is understanding and configuring the Session Lock Behavior. This feature controls what happens when a…
Leave a CommentIn this post, I’ll walk you through how to run the Microsoft Defender for Identity Sizing Tool on your domain controllers. This tool is essential to ensure that your environment is ready to deploy Microsoft Defender for Identity by analyzing and reporting on key system metrics like CPU, memory, storage, and bandwidth requirements. Here’s a…
Leave a CommentEfficiently Copy Entra ID Device Group Members with PowerShell The Copy-EntraIDDeviceGroupMembers.ps1 script is designed to make your life easier by automating the process of copying members between Entra ID device groups. This script prompts you for the names of the source and destination groups, retrieves all members from the source group, and adds them to…
Leave a CommentComplete Guide to Microsoft Entra Administrative Units: Enhancing Security and Efficiency Microsoft Entra, formerly known as Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), introduces a powerful feature called Administrative Units that can greatly enhance the way organizations handle administrative efficiency and security. This feature empowers organizations to fine-tune how administrative permissions are delegated and restricted, aligning with…
Leave a CommentIntegrating AWS with Microsoft Defender for Cloud: Enhancing Your Cloud Security Posture In the realm of cloud computing, safeguarding assets against the ever-evolving threat landscape is paramount. Microsoft Defender for Cloud, formerly known as Azure Security Center, stands as a unified infrastructure security management system that strengthens the security posture of your cloud environments. This…
Leave a CommentIntroduction In the realm of cloud security, the landscape is constantly evolving with sophisticated threats emerging each day. Microsoft Defender for Cloud, stands as a robust, adaptive security solution. A pivotal feature within this suite is the “Attack Path,” which provides invaluable insights for security teams. This blog post aims to delve into the intricacies…
Leave a CommentIntroduction: In the realm of cloud security, compliance with regulatory standards is a crucial aspect that organizations must navigate meticulously. Microsoft Defender for Cloud, formerly known as Azure Security Center, offers an innovative solution to this challenge through its regulatory compliance policies. In this blog post, we’ll delve into what these policies are and the…
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