Basic Components of Defender for Office 365

The successful implementation of a security solution necessitates a comprehensive grasp of its purpose and functionality. This comprehension can aid in further delineating the sequence and execution of the deployment, as well as gaining a more profound insight into the solution’s impact on the organization. Throughout this chapter, we will take a detailed journey through the various aspects and functionalities of Defender for Office 365, shedding light on its critical role in modern cybersecurity. Please note that this chapter will serve as a review of how the components protect, as configuration and deployment will be covered in detail in later chapters, so it is recommended for the reader to focus more on how the component fits within their organization’s security strategy versus how it is configured.

We will begin by examining the robust mechanisms employed by Defender for Office 365 to block malicious files and attachments...