Category Archives: Endpoint Protection

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint has added a new Offline Security Intelligence Update feature in public preview for Linux devices. This functionality enables organizations to update security intelligence even when internet connectivity is limited or unavailable, by utilizing a local hosting server. Microsoft has highlighted several key benefits of the new offline security intelligence update feature…

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Microsoft is making some improvements to the way Intune deploys and manages Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on devices. This release enables organizations to use a unified device management service for monitoring and protecting their devices with cloud-based threat detection and response capabilities. “The single-pane of glass for these capabilities will be Intune. This assures streamlined…

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Microsoft has introduced advanced investigation and response capabilities within its Defender for Endpoint service. The latest release brings support for file collection and investigation package collection response actions in public preview for macOS and Linux devices. According to Microsoft, security professionals should have a clear view of compromised devices to identify the malicious activities that…

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Microsoft has announced that support for dynamic rules for tagging devices is now generally available for its Microsoft Defender for Endpoint solution. This feature allows organizations to create and manage rules, allowing the automatic assignment and removal of tags from devices according to user-defined criteria directly within the Microsoft Defender portal. Microsoft explained that managing…

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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is getting a security feature designed to thwart human-operated attacks automatically. The introduction of new “contain user disruption” capabilities empowers organizations to swiftly isolate compromised user accounts and put a stop to lateral movement during hands-on keyboard attacks. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is a security solution that enables customers to detect,…

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Microsoft has introduced support for mixed licensing in its Microsoft Defender for Endpoint solution. The new capability allows IT admins to control how licenses are applied to client devices in enterprise environments. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is a security solution that provides threat detection and response capabilities to protect endpoints (such as laptops, computers, and…

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