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Building Custom KQL Analytics Rules in Sentinel

In this post I explore using Sentinel to detect, and respond to threats using custom analytics rules using Kusto Query Language (KQL).  This allows you to tailor threat detection to your organization’s specific needs, ensuring that no threat goes unnoticed and tuning the detections to exclude low value and noisy results that clutter up the incident queue.

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Merry Christmas from AzureTracks

As the holiday season is nearly upon us, I want to extend my warmest wishes to all our readers and supporters. This year has been filled with exciting advancements and innovations in the world of Azure…

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Post High Severity Incidents in Sentinel to a Teams Channel

Today we explore incident communication using Teams.  One of the great things about Microsoft Sentinel is the ability to integrate with Microsoft Teams, allowing for seamless collaboration and communication during high-severity incident responses.  We will take a look at getting Teams working using a step-by-step guide to post summary information from incidents directly to a Teams channel, alerting our SOC team quickly.

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Integrating Threat Intelligence in Microsoft Sentinel

Join me in exploring the essential topic of integrating Microsoft threat intelligence within Microsoft Sentinel.  In an era where cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, having a robust strategy to ingest and leverage threat intelligence is crucial for any SOC team.  Understanding how to implement and utilize threat intelligence in Sentinel, you can significantly enhance your security posture, enabling faster detection and mitigation of potential threats before they escalate.

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Building a Microsoft Sentinel Data Use Case

Join me this week to gain an in-depth understanding on how to clearly define what data to retain. Data retention is not just a regulatory box to tick; it’s the backbone of a robust security posture.  In the realm of Microsoft Sentinel, understanding how to manage your data retention is key to leveraging the full potential of your SIEM system.  From cost management to compliance, the way you handle data can make or break your security operations.

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