Driek Desmet

Driek Desmet

Driek Desmet focuses on Microsoft security, governance and compliance within enterprise environments. His work centres on identity security, Microsoft 365 protection, risk management and regulatory alignment such as NIS2. Through independent analysis and field experience, he explores how organisations can design secure and compliant Microsoft cloud architectures across Entra, Purview, Defender and Intune.
  • Joined: 01/08/2024
  • Articles: 66
Interian | Securing Insights

A Practical Guide to Cyber Security Acronyms

Navigating the world of cybersecurity can feel like learning a new language, with acronyms and jargon around every corner. From tools like SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and WAF (Web Application Firewall) to frameworks like NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) and certifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), understanding these terms is essential for protecting your organisation. This practical guide decodes the most common cybersecurity acronyms, covering tools, metrics, certifications, attack types, and even fun terms like PICNIC (Problem in Chair, Not in Computer). Whether you’re a professional or just curious, this guide will help you speak the language of cybersecurity with confidence.

Microsoft Entra Global Secure Access (GSA)

Comprehensive Guide to Setting Up Microsoft Entra Global Secure Access (GSA) with Internet Access, Licensing, and Key Differences with SSE

Learn how to implement Microsoft Entra Global Secure Access (GSA) for secure internet access. This step-by-step guide covers everything from activating GSA for your tenant to configuring web content filtering, security profiles, and conditional access policies. Understand the key differences between GSA and Security Service Edge (SSE) and how to improve your organisation's security posture. Plus, find out about licensing updates and how to enhance Microsoft Entra ID capabilities.

Interian | Securing Insights

Managing Passwords in the Digital Age: Leveraging Microsoft Purview for Enhanced Credential Security and NIS2 Compliance

Are you using a password manager? That’s a great start, but credential management requires more than secure storage. With the NIS2 Directive imposing stricter cybersecurity standards, it’s essential to manage usernames and passwords with full visibility and compliance. Explore how Microsoft Purview enables advanced data scanning, automated remediation, and DLP policies to protect your credentials and stay compliant. Learn to configure sensitivity labels, run continuous data scans, and respond to threats with automated actions—ensuring your organisation stays secure and meets regulatory demands.

Interian | Securing Insights

Introducing Enhanced File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) in Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Enhance your security with Microsoft Defender for Cloud’s improved File Integrity Monitoring (FIM). This powerful tool detects unauthorized changes to critical files and system configurations in real-time, ensuring compliance with regulations like NIS2 and PCI-DSS. Learn how FIM integrates with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, provides real-time alerts, and helps safeguard your critical assets with proactive threat detection.

Interian | Securing Insights

NIST Password Guidelines 2024: A Game Changer for Cybersecurity

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Stay ahead in cybersecurity by adopting NIST's updated password guidelines for 2024. The new **SP 800-63-4** emphasizes stronger password management, eliminating outdated practices like forced 60-day resets. Learn why passphrases, phish-resistant authentication, and dynamic password changes are the future of digital security. Make sure your systems, including Active Directory, are aligned with these modern standards to protect against evolving threats. Explore the changes and ensure your organisation is ready for the latest in password security!

Interian | Securing Insights

Unlocking DUDE: A Guide to Dynamic User and Device Enumeration

DUDE (Dynamic User and Device Enumeration) is a powerful tool for IT administrators to automate the process of retrieving and managing user and device data from Azure AD. Leveraging Microsoft Graph API and PowerShell, DUDE streamlines security monitoring, compliance reporting, and device management. This guide covers its architecture, setup, common use cases, and real-world applications to enhance IT workflows. Learn how DUDE can save time and ensure up-to-date, compliant IT environments.

Interian | Securing Insights

Secure Your Intune Environment with Multi-Admin Approval: Everything You Need to Know

Multi-Admin Approval (MAA) is a security feature introduced in March 2023 in Microsoft Intune, enhancing security by requiring multiple admin approvals for high-risk actions. This powerful tool helps prevent unauthorised changes, reduces risks, and supports compliance. In this guide, we’ll explore how MAA works, its benefits, required licences, and provide a step-by-step tutorial on setting it up to safeguard your Intune environment.

Interian | Securing Insights

Entra ID Conditional Access Baseline

Every spring, as fresh interns arrive, they’re tasked with creating a Conditional Access baseline. While the concept may seem simple, these young minds continually surprise with innovative approaches to security, reminding us that building a robust foundation is an ever-evolving process.

Interian | Securing Insights

Disable Firewall and Network Protection Notifications with Microsoft Intune

Tired of constant firewall and network protection notifications cluttering your Windows 10 workstations? Learn how to easily disable these notifications using Microsoft Intune without turning off the firewall itself. This guide walks you through creating a custom device configuration policy with Configuration Service Provider (CSP) settings, allowing you to silence notifications while keeping your devices secure. Ideal for environments like POS systems where minimal disruptions are crucial, this step-by-step approach ensures a streamlined user experience.

Interian | Securing Insights

How to Declutter Endpoints by Deleting Stale User Profiles Using Intune

Managing shared or newly built Windows devices can be challenging, especially when old user profiles accumulate and pose security risks. With Microsoft Intune, you can easily declutter your endpoints by automatically deleting stale profiles. This guide walks you through setting up a configuration profile to remove profiles that have been inactive for 60 days, ensuring your devices remain secure and efficient.

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