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We performed a comparison between Microsoft Defender for Office 365 and Trellix Advanced Threat Defense based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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"Microsoft Defender has a feature to protect each and every attachment. Even if it's an encrypted attachment, it will check for any potential threats.""Defender for Office 365 has helped eliminate having to look at multiple dashboards and that is the aspect I like most about it. It is simpler, effective, and convenient. The users like the process efficiency.""The risk level notifications are most valuable. We get to know what kind of intrusion or attack is there, and we can fix a problem on time.""The initial setup was easy.""It also gives the vulnerability status according to the versions you have selected. Let's say you have Google Chrome. It mentions the versions it has, and it updates. Within two hours of an update, it is reflected in the dashboard. That's really nice to have.""Defender enables us to secure all 365-related activity from a single place. It gives us visibility into everything happening in Outlook, protecting us against phishing and other email-based threats. Defender helps us detect any suspicious behaviors.""There are several features that I consider valuable.""Microsoft Defender for Office 365's most valuable feature is its performance."

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"The most valuable features are the administration console and its detection and response module.""It is stable and reliable.""It stops in excess of twenty-five malware events per month, all of which could be critical to the business.""It is very scalable.""Provides good exfiltration, and is an all-in-one product.""I recommend this solution because of its ease of use.""Its greatest strength is the DXL client which can rapidly disseminate attack information to all clients via the McAfee Agent instead of going through the ePO server."

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"Microsoft security solutions work as expected. They are constantly updating the solutions to make them better. At the same time, the changes can impact a customer's environment, and we need to adjust settings. Sometimes we aren't aware of the changes, and nothing is pushed from the backend automatically.""You should be able to deploy Defender for every subscription without the need to add servers.""Microsoft Defender for Office 365 could improve by giving customers information on techniques to prevent threats. For example, information about best practices on how to protect their own devices against hackers and scammers, such as educational information or training. This would help others have a better understanding of cyber security. Additionally, there can be more security features added.""In some situations, it has not been able to pick impersonated emails having no attachments. Technical support definitely has a scope for improvement.""Configuration requires going to a lot of places rather than just accessing one tab.""There's room for improvement regarding the time frame for retrieving emails.""I'd like some additional features any product can give me to protect our environment in a better way.""Microsoft should provide more documentation for users so they can self-educate. I would like to see more documentation for advanced security features."

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"There could be a tool that automatically updates all-new Microsoft IPs, which are available for free to connect to the client.""Lacks remote capabilities not dependent on the internet.""I would like to see future versions of the solution incorporate artificial intelligence technology.""This solution needs to be made "cloud ready".""We'd like them to be better at dealing with script threats.""The initial setup was industry standard complex. It takes awhile and has a lot of planning involved. It could be simplified with product redesign.""Make the ATD system a part of the whole product and take the whole thing onto the cloud. While it is there already, it is not to the same level as the on-premise version."

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  • "It's a user-base subscription."
  • "From the pricing point of view, like any other product in the market, there is scope for negotiation."
  • "Defender is a little bit more expensive as compared to others. We are in the manufacturing environment. So, we don't have a high budget for all of our endpoint devices. Its cost is a major concern for us."
  • "For licensing, it's usually a yearly package for customers who are subscribed to Office 365, but they can also pay on a monthly basis."
  • "Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is an add-on to the Office license. Many customers are purchasing this solution."
  • "Microsoft Defender for Office 365 comes with Microsoft Windows. It is free with the operating system."
  • "The solution saves money so we have seen a return on investment."
  • "Defender for 365 comes in various plans and licenses, along with other Microsoft security solutions. Purchasing this kind of package or security bundle gives good value for money, and that's what I recommend."
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  • "The product is expensive, but it is better than the rest of them in the industry."
  • "Our licensing fees for this solution are approximately one million dollars per year."
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    Also Known As
    MS Defender for Office 365
    McAfee Advanced Threat Defense
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    Overview

    Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is a comprehensive security solution designed to protect organizations against advanced threats in their email, collaboration, and productivity environments. It combines the power of Microsoft's threat intelligence, machine learning, and behavioral analytics to provide real-time protection against phishing, malware, ransomware, and other malicious attacks.

    With Microsoft Defender for Office 365, organizations can safeguard their email communication by detecting and blocking malicious links, attachments, and unsafe email content. It employs advanced anti-phishing capabilities to identify and prevent sophisticated phishing attacks that attempt to steal sensitive information or compromise user credentials.

    This solution also offers robust protection against malware and ransomware. It leverages machine learning algorithms to analyze email attachments and URLs in real-time, identifying and blocking malicious content before it reaches users' inboxes. Additionally, it provides advanced threat-hunting capabilities, allowing security teams to proactively investigate and respond to potential threats.

    Microsoft Defender for Office 365 goes beyond email protection and extends its security features to other collaboration tools like SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams. It scans files and documents stored in these platforms, ensuring that they are free from malware and other malicious content. It also provides visibility into user activities, helping organizations detect and mitigate insider threats.

    Furthermore, this solution offers rich reporting and analytics capabilities, providing organizations with insights into their security posture and threat landscape. It enables security administrators to monitor and manage security incidents, track trends, and take proactive measures to enhance their overall security posture.

    Powerful advanced threat detection

    Uncover Hidden Threats

    Combine in-depth static code analysis, dynamic analysis (malware sandboxing), and machine learning to increase zero-day threat and ransomware detection.

    Threat Intelligence Sharing

    Immediately share threat intelligence across your entire infrastructure—including multi-vendor ecosystems—to reduce time from threat encounter to containment.

    Enable Investigation

    Validate threats and access critical indicators of compromise (IoCs) needed for investigation and threat hunting.

    Sample Customers
    Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is trusted by companies such as Ithaca College.
    The Radicati Group, Florida International University, MGM Resorts International, County Durham andDarlington NHS Foundation Trust
    Top Industries
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    Computer Software Company16%
    Manufacturing Company16%
    Comms Service Provider13%
    Financial Services Firm6%
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    Computer Software Company17%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Government7%
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    Manufacturing Company29%
    Computer Software Company29%
    Financial Services Firm14%
    Non Tech Company14%
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    Financial Services Firm14%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Manufacturing Company12%
    Government11%
    Company Size
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    Small Business42%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise42%
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    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise51%
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    Small Business27%
    Midsize Enterprise36%
    Large Enterprise36%
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    Small Business23%
    Midsize Enterprise8%
    Large Enterprise69%
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    Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is ranked 1st in Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) with 41 reviews while Trellix Advanced Threat Defense is ranked 20th in Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) with 8 reviews. Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is rated 8.4, while Trellix Advanced Threat Defense is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of Microsoft Defender for Office 365 writes "Allows for easy reporting of problems, valuable anti-phishing, and anti-malware support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Trellix Advanced Threat Defense writes "Easy to set up and use with a nice interface". Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is most compared with Proofpoint Email Protection, Mimecast Email Security, Microsoft Exchange Online Protection (EOP), Barracuda Email Security Gateway and Cisco Secure Email, whereas Trellix Advanced Threat Defense is most compared with Palo Alto Networks WildFire, Fortinet FortiSandbox, Trellix Network Detection and Response and Microsoft Defender for Identity.

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