Building a Resilient Identity Threat Detection and Response Framework

In this chapter, we delve into the essential components of building a resilient Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) framework using Microsoft Defender for Identity (MDI). As identity-based attacks become increasingly sophisticated, it’s imperative to adopt proactive strategies that anticipate and mitigate threats before they impact your organization.

We begin by exploring how to design proactive threat-hunting strategies with MDI, using Kusto Query Language (KQL) to detect early indicators of compromise. You’ll learn how to craft targeted queries that uncover hidden threats, enabling you to stay one step ahead of adversaries.

Next, we’ll discuss how to elevate your ITDR posture – your organization’s overall readiness and ability to detect and respond to identity-based threats – through continuous improvement. By integrating insights from incidents and aligning...