KQL for beginners – querying MDI data
MDI is a powerful tool that provides deep insights into your organization’s security posture. However, to fully leverage its capabilities, you need to know how to query and analyze the data it provides. This is where KQL comes into play. In this section, we’ll start with the basics of KQL and guide you through the initial steps of querying MDI data within the broader Microsoft Defender XDR environment. But before diving into the different tables and queries, let’s take a history lesson about KQL, or Kusto as it’s also known.
The history of KQL and its ecosystem
KQL has become a cornerstone for data analysis and cybersecurity within the Microsoft ecosystem. Its evolution is closely linked to the development of the underlying technology, codenamed Kusto, which is the foundation of Azure Data Explorer (ADX). Understanding the history and significance of KQL provides valuable insights into its capabilities and...
