Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (formerly Office 365 ATP) is a cloud-based security solution designed to provide email protection against malicious attachments, harmful URLs, malware, ransomware, and other cybersecurity threats, as well as protection against data loss due to accidental or malicious deletion. It includes a comprehensive set of analytics and reporting tools allowing businesses to monitor the network traffic and detect any suspicious activity.
Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is available in two standalone plans, Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Plan 1, and Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Plan 2, which are also a part of Microsoft 365 E5 Security.
Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Plan 1 | Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Plan 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| $2.00 user/monthBased on Annual CommitmentContact Sales | $5.00 user/monthBased on Annual CommitmentContact Sales | |
| Configuration, protection and detection | ||
| Protection against advanced attacks, such as malware, spam, business email compromise and phishing | ||
| Safe attachments | ||
| Safe links | ||
| Internal email protection | ||
| Anti-phishing policies | ||
| Beyond email protection (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Office apps) | ||
| Safe links in Teams | ||
| Detailed real-time reports | ||
| Automation, education, remediation and investigation | ||
| Threat tracker | ||
| Explorer (advanced threat investigation) | ||
| Automated investigation and response | ||
| Attack simulation training | ||
| Microsoft 365 Defender (XDR) capabilities (cross-domain hunting and incident correlation) | ||
| $2.00 user/monthBased on Annual CommitmentContact Sales | $5.00 user/monthBased on Annual CommitmentContact Sales | |
FAQ - Your questions? We got answers!
What is the difference between Microsoft Defender for Office 365 and Microsoft Defender?
Microsoft Defender for Office 365 helps businesses to protect against malicious email attachments and links and provides protection against malicious websites and malicious downloads. Whereas Microsoft Defender is an antivirus software that protects Windows device and data against viruses, ransomware, trojans, and many other cyber-attacks.
Can I customize my security settings for Microsoft Defender for Office 365?
Yes, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, previously known as Office 365 ATP, allows organizations to customize their security settings to meet their specific needs. This includes setting up custom policies, defining threat detection rules, and enabling additional threat mitigation solutions.
Does Microsoft Defender for Office 365 provide any additional features?
Yes, Microsoft Defender for Office 365 also provides advanced analytics to help organizations monitor the health and security of their systems. Users also have access to capabilities that provide detailed reporting to assist in their decision-making regarding their security posture.
Can we integrate Microsoft Defender for Office 365 with other Microsoft products?
Yes, Microsoft Defender for Office 365 can be integrated with various Microsoft products including Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive. Additionally, it can also be integrated with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint enabling you to monitor and act quickly if the devices are at risk. However, you need to have Microsoft Defender for Endpoint licenses.
Does Microsoft Defender for Office 365 replace my current security solutions?
No, Microsoft Defender for Office 365 does not replace your current security solutions. It is intended to add another layer of email protection and work in conjunction with your current security solutions.
How can Apps4Rent help with Microsoft Defender for Office 365?
As a Microsoft Solutions Partner, Apps4Rent can help with Microsoft Defender for Office 365 licensing, deployment, and customization. Our specialists offer end-to-end deployment support, starting with environment setup and extending through the onboarding process.
