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Microsoft Unified XDR and SIEM Solution Handbook

By : Raghu Boddu, Sami Lamppu
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Book Image

Microsoft Unified XDR and SIEM Solution Handbook

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By: Raghu Boddu, Sami Lamppu

Overview of this book

Tired of dealing with fragmented security tools and navigating endless threat escalations? Take charge of your cyber defenses with the power of Microsoft's unified XDR and SIEM solution. This comprehensive guide offers an actionable roadmap to implementing, managing, and leveraging the full potential of the powerful unified XDR + SIEM solution, starting with an overview of Zero Trust principles and the necessity of XDR + SIEM solutions in modern cybersecurity. From understanding concepts like EDR, MDR, and NDR and the benefits of the unified XDR + SIEM solution for SOC modernization to threat scenarios and response, you’ll gain real-world insights and strategies for addressing security vulnerabilities. Additionally, the book will show you how to enhance Secure Score, outline implementation strategies and best practices, and emphasize the value of managed XDR and SIEM solutions. That’s not all; you’ll also find resources for staying updated in the dynamic cybersecurity landscape. By the end of this insightful guide, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of XDR, SIEM, and Microsoft's unified solution to elevate your overall security posture and protect your organization more effectively.
Table of Contents (17 chapters)
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Case Study – High Tech Rapid Solutions Corporation
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Part 1 – Zero Trust, XDR, and SIEM Basics and Unlocking Microsoft’s XDR and SIEM Solution
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Part 2 – Microsoft’s Unified Approach to Threat Detection and Response
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Part 3 – Mastering Microsoft’s Unified XDR and SIEM Solution – Strategies, Roadmap, and the Basics of Managed Solutions

Case study analysis

Now, let’s look at some of the challenges High Tech Rapid Solutions Corp is facing as mentioned in the Case study section at the beginning of this book. We will be discussing more of these security challenges in the upcoming chapters, but adopting modern XDR and SIEM tools can solve some of the core challenges and improve the company’s security posture.

Here are some of the security challenges High Tech Rapid Solutions Corp (the fictional company discussed in the case study) is struggling with:

  • Siloed security architecture: This challenge can be eliminated by adopting modern XDR and SIEM tools. However, this requires a security monitoring strategy and roadmap, which will be discussed in detail in Chapter 8.
  • Incomplete security insights: XDR and SIEM can provide powerful security insights based on analytical engines.
  • Inefficient threat response: There are a couple of ways these tools can help with addressing this security challenge...