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Microsoft 365 Security Features You're Probably Not Using

Cyber Security Clinic|2025-01-056 min read
Microsoft 365 Security Features You're Probably Not Using

Hidden Security in Your Subscription

If you're paying for Microsoft 365 Business Basic, Standard, or Premium, you already have access to powerful security features. The problem? Most businesses never enable them.

Features You Should Enable Today

1. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

What it does: Requires a second verification step when signing in.

Why it matters: Blocks 99.9% of account compromise attacks.

How to enable: Azure AD > Security > MFA > Enable for all users

2. Security Defaults

What it does: Enforces a baseline set of security settings across your organisation.

Why it matters: Provides immediate protection without complex configuration.

How to enable: Azure AD > Properties > Manage Security Defaults > Enable

3. Safe Attachments (Business Premium)

What it does: Scans email attachments for malware before delivery.

Why it matters: Catches malicious files that traditional antivirus might miss.

4. Safe Links (Business Premium)

What it does: Scans URLs in emails at time of click.

Why it matters: Protects against phishing links, even if they were safe when the email arrived.

5. Conditional Access (Premium)

What it does: Controls access based on conditions like location, device, or risk level.

Why it matters: Adds intelligent security that adapts to threats.

What's Included in Each Plan

| Feature | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---------|-------|----------|---------|
| MFA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Security Defaults | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Safe Attachments | No | No | Yes |
| Safe Links | No | No | Yes |
| Conditional Access | No | No | Yes |
| Intune (Device Management) | No | No | Yes |

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