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Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps

8.1 /10
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Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
8.1 /10

What is Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps?

Defender for Cloud Apps includes additional capabilities that extend beyond the traditional cloud access security broker (CASB) scope to strengthen app posture and protect against malicious cloud apps. Ensure holistic coverage for your apps by combining SaaS security posture management, data loss prevention, app-to-app protection, and integrated threat protection.

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Awards & Recognition

Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps won the following awards in the Cloud Access Security Broker category

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Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps Ratings

Real user data aggregated to summarize the product performance and customer experience.
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88 Likeliness to Recommend

97 Plan to Renew

82 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value

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Emotional Footprint Overview

+87 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps?

1% Negative
5% Neutral
94% Positive

Pros

  • Enables Productivity
  • Saves Time
  • Efficient Service
  • Effective Service

Feature Ratings

Average 83

Cloud Discovery

87

Cloud Security Posture Management

87

Web Content Filtering

85

Policy Management

84

Threat Integration

84

Data Loss Prevention

84

User Behaviour Analytics

84

Access Control

83

Zero Trust

83

Record Management

83

Encryption/Tokenization

82

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 82

Ease of Implementation

86

Ease of Data Integration

86

Usability and Intuitiveness

83

Ease of IT Administration

83

Business Value Created

82

Ease of Customization

82

Quality of Features

81

Breadth of Features

81

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

79

Vendor Support

79

Availability and Quality of Training

78

Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps Reviews

Khalid C.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Sep 2024

Amazing product from a reliable vendor.

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps from other similar products?

Azure integration ease

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Azure plugins

What do you dislike most about this product?

Nothing at all

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Employee training is essential

Pros

  • Enables Productivity
  • Trustworthy
  • Caring
  • Saves Time

Cons

  • Vendor Friendly Policies

Paarth S.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Food and Beverage
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Aug 2024

Strong CASB Tool with In-depth Insights

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps from other similar products?

Seamless integration and Customisation with other Microsoft security platforms like AZURE , Purview DLP and Defender for Endpoint without needing any additional API, it provides an all-round visibility for threat detection, DLP and Shadow IT apps.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

It's user and File investigation capabilities which offers various filters which helps in narrowing down the investigation logs also the seamless integration with Defender for Endpoint which helps it blocking the unsanctioned cloud apps in organisation.

What do you dislike most about this product?

The support for from Microsoft is bit disappointing also for few third party product integration could be bit costly.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

When considering this product make sure to leverage the tool’s comprehensive features, such as app discovery and policy configuration, to gain visibility and control over cloud usage and for implement the solution gradually, starting with a pilot phase to address any challenges early.

Pros

  • Security Protects
  • Helps Innovate
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity

Shweta S.

  • Role: Finance
  • Industry: Education
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted May 2024

Robust, comprehensive, Microsoft's offering.

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps from other similar products?

The product stands out for its deep integration with Microsoft's ecosystem, providing comprehensive protection across cloud services.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

My favorite aspect of Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps is its centralized management console, offering a unified view of cloud security posture.

What do you dislike most about this product?

The complexity of configuration and occasional false positives can be challenging for users unfamiliar with advanced security settings.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Engage in thorough training and leverage Microsoft's support resources to maximize the effectiveness of Defender for Cloud Apps deployment and configuration.

Pros

  • Enables Productivity
  • Efficient Service
  • Inspires Innovation
  • Saves Time

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