Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast

Episode 382 – Securing the Modern Workplace: Exploring Microsoft Entra ID Security Defaults, Conditional Access Policies, and Microsoft Secure Score

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Aug 15, 2024
Dive into the essentials of cloud security with insights on Microsoft Entra ID's security defaults and how they bolster safety for organizations. Discover the intricacies of Conditional Access Policies and their implementation, balancing usability and robust security. Learn about Microsoft Secure Score and how it helps assess your security posture, encouraging gradual improvements over chasing perfection. This engaging discussion equips IT professionals with the knowledge to navigate the cloud's evolving security landscape.
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ADVICE

Start with Security Defaults

  • Start with security defaults in a new Microsoft Entra tenant.
  • These defaults offer basic security configurations like MFA and blocking legacy authentication.
INSIGHT

Security Defaults' Lack of Granularity

  • Security defaults are either on or off, offering no granular control.
  • This can be problematic in situations needing specific legacy authentication.
ADVICE

Security Defaults for Beginners

  • Use security defaults as a baseline if you lack deep ecosystem knowledge.
  • For advanced users, use the documentation as a configuration checklist.
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