What is Secure Score in Microsoft 365?

Microsoft Secure Score is a measurement tool that evaluates your organization’s security posture across Microsoft 365 services. It provides a numerical score based on the implementation of recommended security actions, helping organizations identify and mitigate risks effectively.

Key Characteristics of Secure Score

• Numerical Representation:
  • A score ranging from 0 to 100%, where a higher score indicates a stronger security posture.
  • The score changes dynamically based on your actions and Microsoft’s evolving security standards.
• Actionable Recommendations:
  • Offers a prioritized list of security improvements, such as enabling MFA, configuring conditional access, or securing mail flows.
  • Each action includes details on its impact on your score and instructions for implementation.
• Service Coverage:
  • Assesses security across Microsoft 365 services, including Azure AD, Teams, SharePoint, and more.

Why is Secure Score Important?

• Visibility: Gain insights into your current security configuration and potential vulnerabilities.
• Guidance: Provides step-by-step instructions to improve security.
• Compliance: Helps align your security practices with industry standards and regulations.

How to Access Secure Score

You can view and manage your Secure Score via the Microsoft 365 Security Admin Center (also known as Microsoft Defender Portal) or through Graph PowerShell. For example:

Get-MgSecuritySecureScore

Best Practices for Using Secure Score

• Regular Monitoring: Review your score periodically to track progress.
• Focus on High-Impact Actions: Prioritize recommendations with the highest risk reduction.
• Team Collaboration: Assign tasks to the appropriate teams to implement suggested actions.

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