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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 Sentinel – SIEM and SOAR

In the cybersecurity world, all roads lead to the SIEM tool, right?

Common questions and challenges we hear around Microsoft Sentinel are as follows:

  • Can I use Sentinel if I’m not using Microsoft Defender XDR security solution?
  • If I’m using Microsoft Defender XDR, do I need Sentinel?
  • How can I avoid alert/incident fatigue in ever-evolving multi-cloud and hybrid environments?
  • I am happy with my non-MS SIEM solution; what is a strong case to switch to Sentinel?

Initially introduced in 2019 under the name Azure Sentinel, this service was designed to offer security analytics on a cloud-based scale. Azure Sentinel was built on top of Azure Log Analytics, a service that collects and analyzes data from various sources such as Azure resources, applications, devices, and other cloud platforms. Azure Sentinel leveraged the power of AI and machine learning (ML) to correlate and analyze large volumes of data...