Category Microsoft Security

A Practical Guide to Cyber Security Acronyms

Interian | Securing Insights

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.

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

Microsoft Entra Global Secure Access (GSA)

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.

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

Interian | Securing Insights

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.

Microsoft Announces Enhanced Data Protection in Copilot for Enterprises

Interian | Securing Insights

Next month, Microsoft is rolling out significant updates to its free Copilot service for users with a Microsoft Entra account. These updates will introduce Enterprise Data Protection (EDP) at no additional cost, extending robust security, privacy, and compliance measures to Copilot’s prompts and responses. Additionally, users will benefit from a new, simplified, ad-free interface tailored for work and education, further enhancing productivity and data security.

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