Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence Reviews

The product helps us monitor business devices for authentication and response on all endpoints, servers, passwords, and plans.

The primary value is enhanced security and efficient incident response. The integration with Microsoft infrastructure provides a seamless experience.

The product's ease of deployment is a major advantage, as it integrates seamlessly with our existing systems. The dashboard and backend profile provide comprehensive visibility into user activities and potential threats. Additionally, the product offers valuable security insights and advice on areas for improvement.

There could be a better notification system. Currently, the user sees an icon, but it would be beneficial to have messages prompting them to contact IT immediately or take their device offline if necessary.

I would like to see more system automation actions, such as user-initiated tests or more proactive alerts.

I have been using Microsoft Threat Intelligence for a few years now. 

The product is stable. 

Scalability is quite flexible and depends on purchasing the appropriate licenses for the company.

The setup is straightforward, typically taking about 15 minutes to an hour. The system allows for smooth switching between devices, whether online or offline.

The product is a part of my Microsoft 365 subscription, so there is no additional cost. It is cost-effective.

Unless you have very complex requirements, if you are already paying for a Microsoft subscription, you should take advantage of Microsoft Defender.

I rate it a nine out of ten. 

From a threat intelligence perspective, we use Microsoft Defender in conjunction with Azure and the cloud for our cloud-based customers. It helps us defend against various types of malicious code, whether it's through email inbounds or uploaded through USB sticks. It offers a wide range of capabilities.

Microsoft Defender is delivered in different components. One of them is the Microsoft community, where they share information about discovered malicious code, and remediation is promptly provided. This collaborative approach ensures that threats found in one country can be quickly addressed in other countries.

The global review and remediation of malicious code is probably the most valuable feature.

It's difficult to provide direct feedback to Microsoft, even as a Microsoft partner. However, the community out there supports and assists each other if that helps.

Microsoft itself is a major target for attacks and threats due to its size and popularity. That could be considered Microsoft's Achilles heel. Being the largest technology provider attracts significant threats. Microsoft is constantly fighting against threat actors trying to breach its technology. So by being the biggest, you attract the biggest threats.

I believe Microsoft could play more nicely with other IT security vendors. Currently, if you want your technology to integrate with Microsoft, you have to go through an extensive testing program to ensure compatibility with Azure. So, even the partnership program could be more efficient, allowing for smoother integration.

I've been working with it since its inception. I've been involved in IT security for over thirty years, so I've seen it evolve.

If I were to rate the stability, I would say it's around an eight. However, there are occasional outages in Microsoft 365. So, stability can vary depending on the region, and there are instances of outages.

I would give it an eight, without a doubt. It's highly scalable. Microsoft Defender can fulfill the needs of both small businesses and enterprise businesses effectively.

Directly contacting Microsoft can be quite challenging. However, there is a community platform where users can find resolutions to specific issues. Microsoft also has an extensive patching program, and Microsoft releases updates to its solutions on the first Tuesday of every month.

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Microsoft Defender is comprehensive. It covers areas such as email security, local firewall, and anti-malware. It's a comprehensive solution with different components within Defender. It also supports the operating system, Windows 11. 

It's not limited to a single function. Defender encompasses various security aspects, like email security, local firewall, and anti-malware. Moreover, it's designed to work seamlessly with Windows 11.

On a scale of one to ten, where one is the most difficult and ten is the easiest, I would say it's around a seven or eight. No software is perfect, including Microsoft.

Most organizations are moving to the cloud now, so the majority of deployments are in the cloud. However, we don't provide extensive support for that. The deployment depends on how the customer wants to set it up. A lot of it is in the private cloud, but it is essentially in public areas. It's a combination of both.

The deployment process can vary, but on average, it can take anywhere from two to twenty-four hours, depending on the tenant and whether it's a single or multiple tenancy setup. So, it depends on the specific circumstances.

Considering Microsoft is constantly changing licensing, I would give it a seven out of ten. It can be difficult to get your head around it, especially for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like most of my clients. We typically deal with E3 licensing rather than the larger corporate E5 licensing.

So, the pricing is subject to changes, and it can be complex, especially for SMEs. It's traditionally based on E3 licensing for our clients.

I wouldn't always advise my clients to exclusively rely on Microsoft products. However, they should derive maximum benefits from the licensing they pay for. For example, you can't simply purchase Defender on its own because it's bundled with the operating system. So, that question loses some relevance since you already have it regardless of choice. So, the value of Defender is already included with the operating system, and users don't have the option to choose whether to have it or not.

However, you can explore other solutions to enhance the security of Windows 11 or Windows 10, such as cloud-based options. But I would suggest making the most out of Defender. If you encounter any limitations, then you can consider other technologies to fill those gaps. So, it's about maximizing the potential of Defender and, if necessary, supplementing it with additional technologies.

You have the option to bolster the security of your Windows system with other solutions if needed, but Defender should be your primary focus.

Overall, I would rate it an eight out of ten because it is bundled with Windows OS. However, it doesn't cover all threats, and it remains a target for threat actors. So, depending on your business needs and the specific areas where Defender falls short in delivering effective security, you may need to supplement it with other technologies to strengthen your overall security position.

It helps to monitor by providing the best 24/7 monitoring integrated with Sentinel and IBM systems.

It works well when customers also use Azure, an added advantage. Even the cloud is from Microsoft, making it a complete Microsoft ecosystem. Sometimes, the customer has no other choice but to go with Microsoft because everything is integrated with Microsoft products. However, this can disadvantage non-Microsoft products, as they may not integrate as smoothly.

There are weaknesses, and  Microsoft is working on addressing them. Over the past three to four years, the ATP and other components have improved significantly, and the integration has also advanced.

We are using third-party services. While we have Microsoft Threat Intelligence, which leverages Microsoft's facilities, we also utilize additional third-party threat intelligence. As of today, we don't completely rely on Microsoft for certain regions. This is an area where Microsoft needs to improve. Consequently, we use Anomali, a third-party threat intelligence provider. We integrate our product's intelligence with Anomali, from which we obtain threat insights.

Microsoft products offer significant advantages, especially in the realm of threat intelligence. It works very well with Microsoft products. However, you might need additional services if you have non-Microsoft products in your environment. For instance, if you use Apple or Linux, Microsoft's solutions alone might not be sufficient.

If they can work more effectively, especially with zero-day attack speed and other sophisticated threats, it will help us provide our customers with timely newsletters about new attacks. 

I have been using Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence as a partner and reseller.

Microsoft offers a package with a per-system cost. After discounts, it can be less than two to two and a half dollars.

Customization was not available before, but now there are many options. You can customize various features. However, there is still a long way to go regarding setting and seasons. Currently, the advanced features are perfect for Microsoft code. Defender and Second Agent Services are about integrating your team and security systems. You need to identify threats, zero-day attacks, and other issues before they occur. Your feeds and other tools can actively prevent security incidents.

 We have integration with Anomali and IBM. We use Microsoft, but on top of it, we have some additional pay. We use Microsoft 365 and cloud apps, and they are very strong.

Overall, I rate the solution a seven to eight out of ten.

The protection provided by Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence is robust and effective.

It efficiently helped us in threat hunting.

The malware virus posed significant security challenges, but Microsoft played a pivotal role in addressing and resolving the incident.

The timeliness and accuracy of Threat Intelligence are commendable.

The primary advantage lies in its robust security and overall performance.

Its user-friendliness is its most valuable aspect. I am satisfied with its performance in general.

It would be beneficial to enhance the pricing structure and make it more affordable.

I have been using it for six months.

It provides good stability capabilities with occasional delays. I would rate it eight out of ten.

I would rate its scalability abilities eight out of ten.

I used Norton previously, but that was quite some time ago.

The initial setup was straightforward.

Deployment is quick, typically ranging from five to ten minutes. I was responsible for the deployment. First, you need to install the antivirus software on the system. Then proceed with the installation process.

It's reasonably priced, though there's room for further improvement.

I would recommend it because of its strong security and user-friendly interface. Overall, I would rate it eight out of ten.

We use the product as a defender for Office 365, endpoints, and security-dependable cloud apps.

The product provides efficient email security for sending links and file attachments. It has valuable features for anti-spam and antivirus. It integrates well with Microsoft Sentinel as well.

We encounter problems connecting the product deployed on the user endpoints with the servers. Additionally, the license model for the servers needs improvement.

We have been using Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence for two years.

It is a very stable product.

Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence is scalable.

The initial setup is simple. However, it takes a lot of bandwidth to scan the device. It is challenging to deploy backups of thousands of computers. We have to configure the integration between the Defender for the endpoint and the server. The deployment and maintenance process requires one technical engineer to troubleshoot issues by reviewing PCs and setups.

They offer two license plans: Microsoft Defender for endpoints and Microsoft Defender for businesses.

I have evaluated Kaspersky.

I advise others to develop a good infrastructure and a vision for security before deploying any product. I rate Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence a nine out of ten.

We use it for Cloud Security and Endpoint Protection. We have offices in each country on the planet. And so we have many, many, many external people who work with this solution. 

It's a bit complicated to manage because you have many dependencies of servers, many dependencies in queue, and so on. Entries or different endpoints, and you make different configuration topics for each one. So that's a major problem.

I would like to see a feature that would allow us to easily manage our Defender configurations.

It needs high-level administration.

We have been using it for about six months.

It is a very stable product.

It is very scalable. There are approximately 2,000 endpoints and up to 200 servers in our company.

I used Trend Micro. Trend Micro has an easier grid, but the functions are the same.

The advantage is to have only one vendor, which provides Office tickets, communication, storage, and cloud. It's just one solution from one end, from one provider.

We have our documents and processes in the cloud, in the Microsoft cloud.

The maintenance is done by Microsoft. We are on-premises, and our configuration allows access outside the company's local data center.

I would recommend using this solution. It works. We have no problems with it.

Overall, I would rate the solution an eight out of ten. 

We use the product to capture the logs, collect data, and understand patterns.

The product provides smooth functioning for our service desk and the technical team. It helps in efficiently generating reports to update the management.

There could be AI functionality included for features like reporting and dashboard preparation.

We have been using Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence for more than a year.

The product has high stability.

The product has high scalability.

The technical support services are excellent.

The initial setup process is straightforward. It took us three months to deploy.

We implemented the product with the help of an integrator.

Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence generates a good return on investment.

The product’s pricing is worth it.

I recommend Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence to others and rate it a nine out of ten.

We use the product for endpoint security of machines. It includes threat detection, defining compliance rules, and governance policies. It helps us with extracting reports as well.

The platform ensures that the environment is fully protected. Its operational excellence helps us reduce resource costs. We do not need a large team to manage security. The subscription models provide monthly and short-term -plans. We can the number of items scale according to the requirements, and dynamically adjust resources during lean periods. It doesn’t require us to purchase long-term licensing plans.

The product’s most valuable feature is the ability to provide threat detection and protection simultaneously. It doesn’t require additional power for processing similar to other products.

One area where Microsoft Defender could be improved is in its support for non-Microsoft products, particularly for systems running Linux or other open-source platforms across ecosystems.

We have been using Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence for five years.

We have 7000 Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence users. It scales automatically depending on the requirements. It is a highly available application.

The technical support team responds immediately to the queries.

Positive

The initial setup is straightforward. It has a good amount of documentation available to refer to the steps. It is a cloud-based application and thus, easy to implement compared to an out-of-the-box version. It can be deployed on endpoint devices as well.

The product has multiple subscription models. The pricing is expensive, but it is justifiable considering the amount of threat-related information it provides.

The platform is built for threat detection and protection. It saves the environment from zero-day attacks. It offers an intermittent mechanism for new operating system updates. It can be integrated with many enterprise-grade solutions. We can build APIs and explore the logs as well.

Microsoft Defender has played a crucial role in addressing security incidents related to auditing and compliance within our organization. During audits, a common requirement is to ensure that the environment is fully patched, updated, and compliant with all necessary security measures. With Defender in place, it allows auditors direct access to relevant reports, and verify them.

I advise others to use the product if they are planning to move to a cloud environment. It gives a sufficient amount of information or threat intelligence data.

I rate it a nine out of ten.