What are the best practices for Office 365 security? 

Office 365 has several security options built into its app. Here are some key strategies for enhancing security in Office 365 for your organization.

Configure Microsoft Defender for Office 365

Microsoft Defender provides built-in preset security for Office 365, but you can increase your cybersecurity by manually configuring features such as:

• Antimalware protection – automatically detects types of incoming and outgoing malware
• Anti-phishing protection – you can modify the default or create new policies for phishing protection
• Safe attachments – checks files already scanned by antimalware protection to make sure they are safe
• Safe links – can be configured to verify URLs in email messages by time-of-click

Disable auto-forwarding for email

If your Office 365 is hacked, attackers can access all your linked applications, which allows them to delete messages, change email rules, or automatically forward emails to an external address. Disabling auto-forwarding prevents that.

Enable multifactor authentication

This is an additional layer of security that requires users to enter a code they receive from their phone to log in to Office 365. There are two ways they can receive the code: with the Microsoft Authenticator app, users receive a notification to authenticate every time they log in or through SMS messaging.

Manage user accounts and permission

Office 365 administrators can use role-based access controls so that users only have access to the data they need and no more. But remember, admin accounts are a big target for cybercriminals, so only use the admin account when necessary and use a separate account for regular tasks to get the most protection.

Want to get the most protection for your organization’s Office 365 plan? We can configure your Office 365 for the most security and provide employee training and policy recommendations. Contact TeamLogic IT today.