Focusing on Microsoft's security, compliance, and identity (SCI) solutions.
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-900: Microsoft
, Compliance, Identity (Apr 2024)
Security Principles:
Zero Trust Model: This model operates on the basis of no trust either within or outside the network. It mandates rigorous verification for every access attempt, irrespective of its source.
Defense in Depth: This security strategy involves a multi-layered approach that deploys various controls to reduce risks. A breach in one layer does not automatically grant full system access.
Security Threats and Mitigations:
Common Threats: Phishing attacks, malware, insider threats, and denial-of-service attacks are all prevalent threats.
Security Controls: Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) strengthens login security, while Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) helps analyze security logs for threats.
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Compliance Regulations:
It is essential to grasp industry-specific regulations such as HIPAA in healthcare or GDPR for data privacy. Microsoft provides tools and services to assist organizations in meeting compliance standards.
Shared Responsibility Model:
Cloud providers like Microsoft secure the underlying infrastructure, while customers are responsible for securing their data and workloads within the cloud environment.
Azure Active Directory
(Azure AD):
This cloud-based identity and access management service is core to Microsoft 365 and Azure security. Azure AD allows centralized control over user identities and access permissions.
Identity and Access Controls
:
Strong password policies and Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) are essential for securing user identities.
Conditional Access allows restricting access based on factors like location or device type.