Utilizing the security measures provided by Microsoft 365’s Security and Compliance Center is the first step in safeguarding the data you keep there. The Microsoft Secure Score Test, in particular, examines and monitors your Microsoft 365 identities, apps, devices, data, and infrastructure and makes recommendations for changes. You get points if you can:
- Configure the security measures that are recommended
- View reports and performing security-related activities
- Use third-party applications to address suggestions
Data loss prevention (DLP) and email encryption are also incorporated into Microsoft 365. Multi-factor authentication, specialized administrator accounts, malware, and ransomware protection are among the DLP technologies. To obtain access to elevated privileges, hackers and cybercriminals frequently target administrator accounts in their assaults. Because of Microsoft 365’s centralized administration approach, all administrators have global credentials, allowing access to every user’s account and information.
DIB set up multi-factor authentication (MFA) in the Security and Compliance Center to decrease the chance of these powerful accounts being hacked. Keep in mind that for global administrators, MFA is not activated by default.