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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)
Free Chapter
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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

Microsoft’s Unified XDR and SIEM Solution

The description “Microsoft’s unified XDR and SIEM solution” refers to Microsoft’s integrated approach to extended detection and response (XDR) and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM). In modern security monitoring architecture, SIEM acts as a primary detection tool, while XDR security solution complements enterprise SIEM solutions. In this chapter, we will explore Microsoft’s unified XDR and SIEM solution in more detail, highlighting the value it offers to organizations.

The following topics will be covered in this chapter:

  • What is Microsoft’s unified XDR and SIEM solution?
  • Microsoft Defender XDR overview
  • Extending the XDR capabilities to on-premises and hybrid cloud by leveraging Microsoft Defender for Cloud
  • Microsoft Sentinel – SIEM and SOAR
  • XDR and beyond – exploring commonly used security solutions
  • Microsoft’s unified XDR and...