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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 security challenges High Tech Rapid Solutions Corp is facing as mentioned in the case study at the beginning of this book:

  • There is a lack of visibility of internet-exposed digital assets and potential threats. By leveraging the Cloud Security Explorer feature, the team can identify internet-exposed assets with vulnerabilities. Also, once deployed, MDE sensors offer a comprehensive device inventory, giving teams a clear picture of their devices.
  • The SOC team is noticing too many incidents and is confident that handling certain vulnerabilities would fix these incidents and reduce the number of incidents/alerts, but they are struggling to gain visibility of the vulnerabilities.

    This unified solution can help in many ways:

    • As a first step, Defender for Cloud and MDE provide comprehensive insights on misconfigurations and vulnerabilities
    • Integrating with tools such as Intune, ServiceNow, and Logic Apps can streamline vulnerability...