Implementing Defender for Cloud, Microsoft’s CNAPP to embed security from code to cloud

In the security alert "Potential malware uploaded to a storage blob container" we include: 

• Azure AD user
• Authentication type

You can leverage the MDC Attack Path analysis functionality to offer enhanced security services to your customers. Here are some recommendations for how you can approach providing services associated with the MDC Attack Path analysis functionality:

1. Understand your customer's security requirements: Before offering any security service, it's important to understand your customer's security requirements. The MDC Attack Path analysis functionality can help you identify potential attack paths that could be used to target your customer's cloud resources. Use this information to develop a customized security plan that meets your customer's specific needs.

2. Configure and deploy MDC: To use the MDC Attack Path analysis functionality, you'll need to configure and deploy MDC within your customer's cloud environment. Work with your customer's IT team to ensure that MDC is deployed correctly and that the relevant resources are being monitored.

3. Conduct regular Attack Path analysis: Once MDC is up and running, conduct regular Attack Path analysis to identify potential vulnerabilities and attack paths. Use this information to prioritize security actions and proactively mitigate risks before they can be exploited.

4. Provide remediation recommendations: As part of your services, provide remediation recommendations based on the Attack Path analysis. This can include recommendations for adjusting security policies, reconfiguring cloud resources, and implementing additional security controls.

5. Monitor and report on progress: Finally, monitor and report on progress to demonstrate the effectiveness of your services. Provide regular reports on the status of the Attack Path analysis, any remediation actions taken, and the overall security posture of your customer's cloud environment.

Hi.  To your point about Azure Servers, Defender for Servers is a component of Defender for Cloud that can be enabled and automatically integrates with Defender for Cloud.  Defender for Servers is a consumption based plan, so we don't care about the number of users or licenses you have.  Defender for Servers also plays nicely with the MDE portal so you can see all of your Servers and workstations in the same portal.  

Here are some guidance steps to help you implement Defender for Cloud and integrate it with other Defender products:

1. Assess your organization's security needs: Before you begin implementing Defender for Cloud, it's important to assess your organization's security needs. Consider the types of cloud resources you're using, the level of risk associated with each resource, and the potential impact of a security breach.

2. Plan your implementation: Once you've assessed your security needs, you can start planning your implementation. This should involve identifying the specific Defender for Cloud features that are relevant to your organization and determining how you'll configure and deploy the solution.

3. Deploy Defender for Cloud: With your implementation plan in place, you can start deploying Defender for Cloud. 

4. Integrate with other Defender products: Defender for Cloud can be integrated with other Defender products, such as M365 Defender, Endpoint, and Servers. Integration enables you to streamline your security operations and gain a more comprehensive view of your organization's security posture. 

5. Monitor and manage Defender for Cloud: Once Defender for Cloud is up and running, it's important to monitor and manage the solution on an ongoing basis. This involves keeping an eye on security alerts, investigating potential threats, and taking action to mitigate risks as they arise.

For medium-sized companies with 500 to 1000 users, it may be helpful to work with a qualified IT service provider or Microsoft partner to help with the implementation and integration of Defender for Cloud.