Robert Johnston at Adlumin, an N-able company, argues that Microsoft 365 is only attacked so frequently because many organisations fail to configure it properly
Microsoft 365 is the backbone of countless organisations around the globe, powering everything from email to document sharing to calendar invites. It’s integrated into how we work, collaborate, and communicate. Despite Microsoft’s robust security infrastructure, Microsoft 365 has become one of the most targeted platforms in the world.
Let’s be clear, Microsoft 365 is not insecure. Microsoft offers a broad and effective suite of security tools. The challenge lies in how it’s implemented, especially in the case of smaller organisations with limited resources or experience. Many simply lack the time, expertise, or awareness to properly secure the platform, leaving it vulnerable to cyber-attacks that exploit misconfiguration and complacency rather than product flaws.
Why Microsoft 365 is so frequently attacked
Microsoft 365’s popularity and market dominance make it a magnet for attackers. It’s cloud-based, device-agnostic, and designed for accessibility, which makes it a popular target for probing,…
