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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint in Depth

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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint In-Depth is a comprehensive guide that'll help you understand its expansive set of product features. After reading the book you'll be able to implement and operationalize MDE. From history to primer, deployment through SecOps, troubleshooting and much more - this book will prepare you for success. This resource provides a comprehensive guide to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, covering its evolution, implementation, and real-world application. It equips learners with the knowledge to strengthen their organization's security posture through practical insights and expert guidance. Designed for professionals seeking to enhance their cybersecurity skills, it offers a clear path from understanding to operational mastery. This resource is ideal for cybersecurity professionals and incident responders with a foundational understanding of systems management, endpoint security, and networking. It is designed for those looking to deepen their knowledge of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and enhance their security operations. This book provides you with a broad background and deep insights, supported by the combined authors’ experience in incident response, security operations, architecture, and development of the product, on the various features in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. With a good mix of theory and practical examples that grows gradually in complexity, it prepares you to tackle real-world challenges! This course is based on Microsoft Defender for Endpoint in Depth, by Paul Huijbregts, Joe Anich and Justen Graves. Packt is one of the world's most prolific publishers of cutting-edge technical content. For over two decades we've made it our mission to curate and publish the knowledge of only the very best technical experts. We focus on real-world courses that help our customers get the job done, with coverage that extends across a wide range of established and cutting-edge technical topics. If you're an individual or an organisation that embraces learning by doing, Packt is the perfect fit for you.

Syllabus

  • A Brief History of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
    • This module explores the evolution of Microsoft's endpoint security solutions, focusing on key milestones, the transition to cloud-based strategies, and the development of advanced threat mitigation tools. Learners will gain insight into how these solutions have adapted to modern security challenges over nearly 25 years.
  • Exploring Next-Generation Protection
    • This module provides an in-depth exploration of next-generation protection features in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, covering components like client-side protection, cloud-based security, and web control. Learners will gain an understanding of how these technologies work together to provide real-time threat detection and response. The module also highlights best practices for configuring and managing protections effectively.
  • Introduction to Attack Surface Reduction
    • This module provides a comprehensive overview of attack surface reduction strategies, including ASR rules, network protection, and controlled folder access. Learners will gain an understanding of how to implement and manage these security features to protect endpoints from ransomware and other threats.
  • Understanding Endpoint Detection and Response
    • This module provides a deep dive into Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems, focusing on how they detect and respond to security threats post-breach. It covers key components like telemetry analysis, incident handling, and tools such as Zeek and Advanced Hunting. Learners will gain practical skills in analyzing alerts, understanding incident queues, and submitting files for further analysis.
  • Planning and Preparing for Deployment
    • This module guides learners through the essential steps of planning and preparing for a secure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) deployment. It covers personas, scope definition, RBAC strategies, data gathering, and backout planning to ensure a smooth and effective implementation.
  • Considerations for Deployment and Configuration
    • This module provides an in-depth look at deploying and configuring Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, covering essential topics such as system requirements, portal settings, licensing, and configuration management. Learners will gain practical knowledge on how to tailor MDE to their environment and manage endpoint security effectively.
  • Managing and Maintaining the Security Posture
    • This module covers strategies for maintaining a strong security posture through continuous monitoring, updates, and response mechanisms. It explores key areas such as attack surface reduction, endpoint detection and response, and remediation processes. Learners will gain practical skills in sustaining MDE effectiveness and ensuring system health.
  • Establishing Security Operations
    • This module provides an in-depth look at security operations, focusing on threat monitoring, analysis, and response using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. Learners will understand how to structure a SOC, apply the MITRE ATT&CK framework, and perform real-world incident triage and response.
  • Troubleshooting Common Issues
    • This module equips learners with the skills to troubleshoot common issues in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, including connectivity, onboarding, policy conflicts, and performance challenges across Windows and Linux systems. It covers practical techniques for diagnosing and resolving these problems effectively.
  • Reference Guide, Tips, and Tricks
    • This module provides practical insights into system monitoring tools, including PowerShell commands, ASR rules, and cross-platform configuration techniques. It emphasizes real-world troubleshooting strategies and optimization methods, helping learners effectively manage security and system performance.

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