Practical Microsoft security, identity and governance insights
Practical Microsoft security, identity and governance insights
Discover Windows Recall, the AI-powered Windows 11 feature sparking security debates. Learn about its rocky start, the April 2025 updates addressing privacy concerns, and critical risks for CISOs. Get a step-by-step guide to manage it with Intune and ensure NIS2 compliance. Is your enterprise ready to balance innovation with data protection? Read more!
Take control of SharePoint version history! This guide shows you how to set limits, cut storage (e.g., 1TB to 106GB), and enhance security for NIS2 compliance with easy steps and PowerShell tips. Optimize your site now—read on!
Effective cloud governance is critical in today’s digital landscape. Organisations must tackle risks, ensure compliance, and design resilient architectures to meet directives like NIS2. This guide outlines six essential steps to achieve robust cloud governance using Microsoft tools like Azure Service Health, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and Azure Backup. From mitigating concentration risks to preparing exit strategies, learn how to enhance your governance framework and protect your operations.
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.
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.
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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 The new **SP 800-63-4** emphasizes stronger password management, eliminating outdated practices like forced 60-day resets.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!
Mastering NIS 2 Compliance with Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager
Navigating the complex requirements of NIS 2 compliance is crucial for CISOs. Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager offers a powerful tool to streamline and automate compliance within Microsoft 365. This guide explores how to use the platform to assess data protection risks, implement necessary controls, and stay aligned with evolving regulations. Remember, full NIS 2 compliance requires a holistic approach beyond just Microsoft 365. Start your compliance journey now to meet the stringent requirements ahead of the NIS 2 Directive's October 2024 deadline.
