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  • Reducing Risk with Attack Surface Reduction Rules

    Reducing Risk with Attack Surface Reduction Rules

    Many modern attacks don’t rely on exotic malware—they abuse normal application behavior. Office macros spawning PowerShell, scripts launching from temporary folders, or executables delivered through email are all techniques attackers use because they blend in with legitimate activity. Attack Surface Reduction (ASR) rules are designed to stop these behaviors before they turn into a breach.…

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  • Azure Updates – Number 81 – January 13, 2024

    Azure Updates – Number 81 – January 13, 2024

    A summary update on Azure news that includes updates released from Microsoft Azure related to Azure, Architecture, Compute, Security Copilot and Sentinel topics. Save time digging around to find recent releases and changes.

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  • Strengthening Cybersecurity: Protecting Against 99% of Attacks

    Strengthening Cybersecurity: Protecting Against 99% of Attacks

    In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, one undeniable truth stands out—implementing fundamental security hygiene practices can thwart the vast majority of cyberattacks. By adhering to these minimum-security standards, it is possible to protect against over 99 percent of attacks. In this article, we’ll delve into these essential practices and explore how they can fortify your…

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  • Azure Updates – Number 32 – March 12, 2022

    Azure Updates – Number 32 – March 12, 2022

    A summary update on Azure news that includes updates released from Microsoft Azure related to Azure, Architecture, Compute, and Sentinel topics. Save time digging around to find recent releases and changes. Released March 12, 2022.

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