How to Check Your Microsoft Secure Score
Ensuring the security of your organisation’s data is paramount. One effective way to gauge your security posture is by checking your Microsoft Secure Score. This tool provides insights into your security status and offers recommendations for improvement.
What is Microsoft Secure Score?
Essentially, Microsoft Secure Score is a percentage score that measures an organisation’s security posture. The higher the score, the more robust security you have. It assesses your security based on your Microsoft 365 settings and activities, providing a comprehensive overview of your security status.
How to Check Your Microsoft Secure Score
Sign in to the Microsoft 365 Admin Centre
- Open your web browser and go to the Microsoft 365 Admin Centre.
- Sign in with your admin credentials.
Navigate to the Secure Score Dashboard
- Once signed in, look for the Security option in the left-hand menu.
- Click on Secure Score under the Security section.
Review Your Secure Score
- The Secure Score dashboard will display your current score.
- You can see a breakdown of your score by category, such as identity, data, device, and apps.
Explore Improvement Actions
- The dashboard will also list recommended actions to improve your score.
- Each recommendation includes details on how to implement it and the potential impact on your score.
Track Your Progress
- Regularly check your Secure Score to monitor improvements and ensure your organisation maintains a strong security posture.
Why is Microsoft Secure Score Important?
- Visibility: It provides a clear view of your current security status.
- Guidance: Offers actionable recommendations to enhance your security.
- Benchmarking: Allows you to compare your security posture with industry standards.
By regularly checking and improving your Microsoft Secure Score, you can better protect your business data and reduce the risk of security breaches. Make it a routine part of your security management to stay ahead of potential threats.
How Can AAG Help?
If you’re looking for an expert provider of cyber security services, we are here to help. We have great experience working with businesses in the UK to deliver a cyber focused IT strategy. You can read how we helped Northern Lights improve their score from 37% to 76% here.
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