What is Microsoft Defender for Business?

Microsoft Defender for Business is a comprehensive device security solution designed to help small and medium-sized businesses strengthen their cybersecurity posture. It leverages AI-powered technology to protect against ransomware, malware, phishing attacks, and other advanced threats. The solution supports a wide range of devices, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, ensuring unified protection across hybrid workforces. Defender for Business includes vulnerability management tools that identify risky software and configuration gaps. Its next-generation antivirus continuously blocks known and emerging threats. AI-driven endpoint detection and response automatically disrupts attacks in real time, minimizing damage. Automated investigation and remediation streamline incident response by resolving many threats without manual effort. Simplified onboarding and management make the platform accessible even for teams without dedicated security staff. Monthly security summaries help organizations track risks and improvements. Server protection is available as an add-on for expanded coverage. Defender for Business can be used standalone or as part of Microsoft 365 Business Premium. Overall, it provides scalable, enterprise-grade security tailored to growing businesses.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
$3/user/month
Free Trial Offered?:
Yes

Screenshots and Video

Microsoft Defender for Business Screenshot 1

Company Facts

Company Name:
Microsoft
Date Founded:
1975
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/business/endpoint-security/microsoft-defender-business

Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
Windows
Mac
iPhone
iPad
Android
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Microsoft Defender for Business Categories and Features

Vulnerability Management Software

Asset Discovery
Asset Tagging
Network Scanning
Patch Management
Policy Management
Prioritization
Risk Management
Vulnerability Assessment
Web Scanning

Endpoint Protection Software

Activity Log
Antivirus
Application Security
Behavioral Analytics
Device Management
Encryption
Signature Matching
Web Threat Management
Whitelisting / Blacklisting

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Software

Behavioral Analytics
Blacklisting/Whitelisting
Continuous Monitoring
Malware/Anomaly Detection
Prioritization
Remediation Management
Root Cause Analysis

Cybersecurity Software

AI / Machine Learning
Behavioral Analytics
Endpoint Management
IOC Verification
Incident Management
Tokenization
Vulnerability Scanning
Whitelisting / Blacklisting