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Microsoft Detection and Response Team (DART)

A blog series focused on the latest attack methods as well as cybersecurity best practices derived from our investigations and engagements, helping our customers respond to compromises and become cyber-resilient.

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November 14, 2019

Changing security incident response by utilizing the power of the cloud—DART tools, techniques, and procedures: part 1

A series on DART’s tools, techniques, and procedures for investigating cybersecurity incidents at their customer organizations. Part 1 introduces the team and gives a brief overview of the tools that DART utilizes.

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August 8, 2019

Protect against BlueKeep

DART offers steps you can take to protect your network from BlueKeep, the “wormable” vulnerability that can create a large-scale outbreak due to its ability to replicate and propagate.

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July 15, 2019

Facing the cold chills

DART recently worked with a customer who had been subject to a targeted compromise where the entity was intently and purposefully attempting to get into their systems.

May 30, 2019

Demystifying Password Hash Sync

We debunk the myths about Password Hash Sync (PHS) so you can gain security benefits by using the full capabilities of this service.

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March 25, 2019

DART: the Microsoft cybersecurity team we hope you never meet

Meet Microsoft’s Detection and Response Team (DART) and read their advice that may help you avoid working with them in future.