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Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence pros and cons

Vendor: Microsoft
4.2 out of 5
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Pros & Cons summary

Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence offers transparent integration with Microsoft security products, aiding threat intelligence and incident detection. It enhances GRC models with 24/7 monitoring and global threat protection. Despite strong coverage and features, it needs better non-Microsoft platform integration, competitive pricing, and improved detection accuracy. Onboarding is challenging in hybrid environments, and technical support can be delayed, impacting resolution timelines.

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PROS

Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence has a transparent roadmap and is well integrated with other Microsoft security products.
Microsoft collects trillions of signals globally, aiding in identifying zero-day vulnerabilities and global threats.
Technical support services for Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence are excellent and the product is highly scalable and stable.
The integration capabilities with Microsoft products like Intune, Office 365, and Azure cloud applications are among its most valuable aspects.
Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence offers comprehensive coverage, from email protection to threat intelligence and vulnerability scanning.

CONS

The stability is a concern and requires improvement.
Price and licensing structure need enhancements to make it more affordable.
Integration issues exist, particularly with non-Microsoft products and need improvement.
False positives are a challenge, and more precise threat detection is necessary.
Technical support response times can be slow, leading to delays in issue resolution.
 

Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence Pros review quotes

Nim Nadarajah - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 17, 2022
They have a very transparent roadmap for the product.
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James Selby - PeerSpot reviewer
May 30, 2023
The global review and remediation of malicious code is probably the most valuable feature.
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reviewer2264217 - PeerSpot reviewer
Sep 6, 2023
Microsoft collects trillions of signals from all over the world, which is incredibly valuable. It helps us identify zero-day vulnerabilities and global threats.
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ShaheenKapery - PeerSpot reviewer
May 20, 2024
Microsoft's integration into the security stack works quite well.
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Alexander Rozenberg - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 9, 2023
The tool is managed from the cloud, because of which the maintenance is very low.
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reviewer2398542 - PeerSpot reviewer
May 10, 2024
Offers easy integration with a cloud-based infrastructure
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reviewer2497986 - PeerSpot reviewer
Jun 7, 2024
The solution is one suite covering everything from email protection to threat intelligence and vulnerability scanning.
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Ajinkya Mohod - PeerSpot reviewer
May 3, 2024
The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the insight it provides.
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reviewer2000751 - PeerSpot reviewer
Dec 1, 2023
The tool can proactively detect potential incidents.
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Siddhant Upadhyay - PeerSpot reviewer
May 3, 2024
The most valuable aspects are its integration capabilities with other Microsoft products like Intune, Office 365, and Azure cloud applications.
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Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence Cons review quotes

Nim Nadarajah - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 17, 2022
The price point is something they can improve slightly for those who don't have an M 365 E5.
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James Selby - PeerSpot reviewer
May 30, 2023
Microsoft itself is a major target for attacks and threats due to its size and popularity. That could be considered Microsoft's Achilles heel.
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reviewer2264217 - PeerSpot reviewer
Sep 6, 2023
One area that can be improved is reducing false positives.
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ShaheenKapery - PeerSpot reviewer
May 20, 2024
The product's dashboard and incident reports functionality needs enhancement.
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Alexander Rozenberg - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 9, 2023
The price of the solution is an area of concern where improvements are required. In general, the solution's price needs to be reduced.
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reviewer2398542 - PeerSpot reviewer
May 10, 2024
A stable licensing model is absent
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reviewer2497986 - PeerSpot reviewer
Jun 7, 2024
I would like to see more frequent updates, which is always better for security because of daily threats.
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Ajinkya Mohod - PeerSpot reviewer
May 3, 2024
It takes time for the support team to understand the issue, and they then respond with a delay at times, which causes a lot of trouble.
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reviewer2000751 - PeerSpot reviewer
Dec 1, 2023
The price could be improved.
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Siddhant Upadhyay - PeerSpot reviewer
May 3, 2024
While the current setup meets our needs, Microsoft can constantly improve customization and adaptability to rapidly evolving cybersecurity threats.
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