Title

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) must enable Microsoft Intune connection. (Cat II impact)

Discussion

Malicious code protection mechanisms include, but are not limited to, antivirus and malware detection software. To minimize potential negative impact to the organization that can be caused by malicious code, it is imperative that malicious code is identified and eradicated. Connecting to Microsoft Intune enables sharing of device information and enhanced policy enforcement. Intune provides additional information about managed devices for secure score. It can use risk information to enforce conditional access and other security policies.

Check Content

Access the MDE portal as a user with at least an MDE Administrator or equivalent role: 1. In the navigation pane, select Settings >> Endpoints >> Advanced features (under General). 2. Verify the slide bar for "Microsoft Intune connection" is set to "On". If the slide bar for "Microsoft Intune connection" is not set to "On", this is a finding.

Fix Text

Access the MDE portal as a user with at least an MDE Administrator or equivalent role: 1. In the navigation pane, select Settings >> Endpoints >> Advanced features (under General). 2. Set the slide bar for "Microsoft Intune connection" to "On".

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-275992r1119722_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-275992

Group Title: SRG-APP-000279

Expert Comments

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