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Pros
"Since we have started using the solution, there have been fewer compromises.""Safe attachments, safe links, policies, and the ability to protect from zero-day threats are the most valuable features.""There are several features that I consider valuable.""I like its investigation capabilities, as that is what is most important to me. It is fairly simple with a user-friendly interface.""The product is not resource-intensive.""Defender enables us to secure all 365-related activity from a single place. It gives us visibility into everything happening in Outlook, protecting us against phishing and other email-based threats. Defender helps us detect any suspicious behaviors.""Threat Explorer is one of the features that I very much like because it is a real-time report that allows you to identify, analyze, and trace security attacks.""Some of the valuable features on the email side are anti-phishing, anti-malware, and Safe Links."

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"The integration with all our existing and new applications is great.""The ease of installation and the AI capacity of the product are valuable.""Email Attachment Protection detects any insecure files and quickly blocks them to prevent the spread of viruses to other secure documents.""Email encryption enhances end to end security of any data before it passes through the networking system.""The most valuable feature of Avanan is its Anti-Malware solution for Office 365, and box.com.""Spam protection is the most valuable feature.""If we look at four to five years ago, we had close to six or eight people click a link in an email per month. Now, we are probably down to about five or six clicks a year, if not less.""This technology is one of Check Point's acquisitions, and it is currently a powerful tool that provides all the protection that is not found in other tools."

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"The solution is very stable and reliable.""I like CloudLock because when data gets sent out, I do not want it to get out of the environment. In today's world, a lot of users will remotely use the application. It screens all of the sensitive data. That data will really be as part of the environment that you do not want it to be part of. CloudLock is protection for sensitive data."

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Cons
"I'd like some additional features any product can give me to protect our environment in a better way.""Several simulation options are available within 365, and the phishing simulation could be better.""The product must provide better malware detection.""The UI needs to be more user-friendly.""The GUI is sometimes slow to fetch the device report and could be improved.""The custom alerts have to improve a lot.""The XDR dashboard has room for improvement.""There needs to be an improvement in integrating the product to work across multiple operating systems, and to have better support for non-Microsoft file types."

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"The cost can be reviewed to enable SMEs to acquire it and enjoy great security features.""Being cloud first and because we are in the movie business, we use a lot of Macintoshes. So, there is absolutely no reason for us to have Active Directory whatsoever. However, if you are using Office 365, you must have Active Directory in order to reset passwords. Even though we have a single sign-on provider, we must have Azure Active Directory for Office 365, which is really stupid. As a cloud application, you would think that I don't need Active Directory, which I don't need for anything else except Office 365. We have one server inside that space to help us manage Active Directory just for Office 365. This is a very sore point, but it is what it is.""Sometimes it seemed like the allow list wasn't working. I've created many allow list rules however, they still seem to be blocked; the same is true with the blocked list rules.""The user experience must be improved.""It is very difficult to find the required documentation.""It is complicated for new users unfamiliar with the modern cloud networking infrastructure.""Integration with various SaaS offerings, who are leading in the SaaS market.""The overall user interface is not attractive. It needs some improvement."

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"The only improvement is that it has to be a bigger part of an end-user device. It should look at how endpoints appear on the EDR rather than creating a separate agent. We have to integrate the source code into the system endpoint and make it an agent.""The solution needs to have better integration capabilities. I have a lot of customers asking about how they can integrate it better."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "It's a user-base subscription."
  • "From the pricing point of view, like any other product in the market, there is scope for negotiation."
  • "Defender is a little bit more expensive as compared to others. We are in the manufacturing environment. So, we don't have a high budget for all of our endpoint devices. Its cost is a major concern for us."
  • "For licensing, it's usually a yearly package for customers who are subscribed to Office 365, but they can also pay on a monthly basis."
  • "Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is an add-on to the Office license. Many customers are purchasing this solution."
  • "Microsoft Defender for Office 365 comes with Microsoft Windows. It is free with the operating system."
  • "The solution saves money so we have seen a return on investment."
  • "Defender for 365 comes in various plans and licenses, along with other Microsoft security solutions. Purchasing this kind of package or security bundle gives good value for money, and that's what I recommend."
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  • "Good pricing arrangement as an SaaS offering."
  • "Having the flexibility and modeling to do the pricing that best fits the needs of the organization is incredibly ideal. That is what Avanan does. They know exactly how many users are using it, etc. We can tune the invoicing associated with how we are using the product so we can charge it back to the shows appropriately."
  • "We have a monthly license that is $4 to $8 per user."
  • "The pricing of Avanan is reasonable."
  • "The product is not the cheapest in the market."
  • "Avanan’s price is comparable to Barracuda."
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    Top Answer:Threat Explorer is an invaluable tool for me, and it plays a crucial role in helping me discern the origins of various… more »
    Top Answer:The product must provide better malware detection. The detection algorithms don't perform the way I hope they would.
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    Also Known As
    MS Defender for Office 365
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    Overview

    Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is a comprehensive security solution designed to protect organizations against advanced threats in their email, collaboration, and productivity environments. It combines the power of Microsoft's threat intelligence, machine learning, and behavioral analytics to provide real-time protection against phishing, malware, ransomware, and other malicious attacks.

    With Microsoft Defender for Office 365, organizations can safeguard their email communication by detecting and blocking malicious links, attachments, and unsafe email content. It employs advanced anti-phishing capabilities to identify and prevent sophisticated phishing attacks that attempt to steal sensitive information or compromise user credentials.

    This solution also offers robust protection against malware and ransomware. It leverages machine learning algorithms to analyze email attachments and URLs in real-time, identifying and blocking malicious content before it reaches users' inboxes. Additionally, it provides advanced threat-hunting capabilities, allowing security teams to proactively investigate and respond to potential threats.

    Microsoft Defender for Office 365 goes beyond email protection and extends its security features to other collaboration tools like SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams. It scans files and documents stored in these platforms, ensuring that they are free from malware and other malicious content. It also provides visibility into user activities, helping organizations detect and mitigate insider threats.

    Furthermore, this solution offers rich reporting and analytics capabilities, providing organizations with insights into their security posture and threat landscape. It enables security administrators to monitor and manage security incidents, track trends, and take proactive measures to enhance their overall security posture.

    Avanan is a comprehensive cloud security platform that protects organizations from advanced email and collaboration threats. With its multi-layered approach, Avanan provides real-time protection against phishing, malware, data leakage, and account takeover attacks. 

    By integrating with popular cloud applications such as Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Slack, Avanan ensures seamless security without disrupting user experience. Its advanced AI and machine learning algorithms analyze billions of data points to detect and block threats, while its granular policy controls allow organizations to customize their security settings. 

    Avanan also offers robust threat intelligence and incident response capabilities, enabling organizations to proactively identify and mitigate security risks. 

    With Avanan, organizations can confidently embrace the cloud while keeping their sensitive data and communications secure.

    CloudLock is a cloud security platform that provides organizations with visibility, data security, and compliance solutions for cloud-based applications and services. It focuses on securing data in popular cloud platforms, such as Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) and Salesforce.

    CloudLock Benefits:

    • Easy to use and deploy
    • Provides visibility and control over cloud data
    • Offers real-time alerts and notifications
    • Integrates well with other cloud services
    • Provides detailed reports and analytics
    • Offers excellent customer support

    CloudLock Features:

    • Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

    CloudLock helps organizations enforce data loss prevention policies in the cloud. It monitors and controls the sharing, storage, and usage of sensitive data within cloud applications, preventing unauthorized access and data leakage.

    • Threat Intelligence

    The platform incorporates threat intelligence capabilities to detect and respond to cloud-based threats. It leverages machine learning algorithms and behavioral analytics to identify suspicious activities, malware, account compromises, and other security risks.

    • Access Controls and User Behavior Monitoring

    CloudLock enables organizations to enforce granular access controls for cloud applications. It allows administrators to manage user permissions, apply multi-factor authentication (MFA), and monitor user behavior to detect anomalies and potential insider threats.

    • Compliance Monitoring and Reporting 

    CloudLock assists organizations in meeting compliance requirements by monitoring cloud applications for data privacy regulations and industry standards. It provides detailed reporting and auditing functionalities to demonstrate adherence to regulatory frameworks.

    • Shadow IT Discovery and Control

    The platform helps organizations discover and gain visibility into unauthorized or risky cloud applications used within their network. It allows IT teams to assess risks, enforce policies, and take appropriate actions to manage and control cloud usage effectively.

    Sample Customers
    Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is trusted by companies such as Ithaca College.
    Bethel School District, ServiceSource, Capital Caring
    Dominion Enterprises, Quality Distribution, Clark Construction Group LLC, Ahold, Middlesex Hospital, Austin Community College (ACC), Dominion Enterprises, The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Oakland Unified School District, Sunnova, Damballa, Financial Times, Boise State University
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Manufacturing Company16%
    Computer Software Company16%
    Comms Service Provider13%
    Government6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company17%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Government7%
    REVIEWERS
    Security Firm19%
    Recruiting/Hr Firm19%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Media Company6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization47%
    Computer Software Company8%
    Manufacturing Company5%
    Construction Company4%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company39%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Healthcare Company6%
    Energy/Utilities Company6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business42%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise42%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise51%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business33%
    Midsize Enterprise33%
    Large Enterprise33%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business19%
    Midsize Enterprise57%
    Large Enterprise24%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business17%
    Midsize Enterprise9%
    Large Enterprise75%
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    Avanan is ranked 6th in Email Security with 21 reviews while CloudLock is ranked 18th in Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB). Avanan is rated 9.2, while CloudLock is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of Avanan writes "We've noticed a significant decline from people accidentally or intentionally clicking on things". On the other hand, the top reviewer of CloudLock writes "Screens sensitive data but it should be a bigger part of an end-user device". Avanan is most compared with Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration, IRONSCALES, Abnormal Security, Perception Point Advanced Email Security and Mimecast Email Security, whereas CloudLock is most compared with Cisco Umbrella, Netskope and Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps.

    We monitor all Email Security reviews to prevent fraudulent reviews and keep review quality high. We do not post reviews by company employees or direct competitors. We validate each review for authenticity via cross-reference with LinkedIn, and personal follow-up with the reviewer when necessary.