Configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Antivirus on MacOS
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Aug 19, 2023 7:00 AM

Configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Antivirus on MacOS

by HubSite 365 about Dean Ellerby [MVP]

Microsoft MVP (Enterprise Mobility, Security) - MCT

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In today's video, I'll walk you through the entire process of configuring a MacOS device using Intune and integrating it with Defender for Endpoint.

Today's video tutorial focuses on configuring Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Antivirus for a MacOS device using Intune. It caters to those who have previously experienced difficulty with understanding or missing steps in the process. The covered areas include Device Onboarding with Intune, Antivirus Configuration, Real-time Protection and Policy Creation with specific focus on cloud-delivered protection and automatic sample submission. Topics such as Scan History and Retention, Exclusions and Threat Type Settings, and Immediate Deployment are also explained comprehensively. The objective is to ensure watchers become adept at essential device protection and rapid policy implementation onto MacOS.

  • Device Onboarding with Intune
  • Antivirus Configuration
  • Policy Creation
  • Real-time Protection
  • Scan History and Retention
  • Exclusions and Threat Type Settings
  • Immediate Deployment
 

Deep Dive into Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Antivirus on MacOS

The main focus of the tutorial is to guide MacOS users on how to effectively configure and use the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Antivirus. Detailed step-by-step information specific to key areas such as onboarding, antivirus configuration, and policy creation is included. For optimised protection, individuals are taught how to enable real-time protection and tweak scan history and retention settings. Lastly, the tutorial also covers how to handle local exclusions and threat type settings, and instructs on swift policy deployment, eliminating unnecessary waiting times.

Learn about Configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Antivirus on MacOS

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Antivirus on MacOS can be configured using Intune to protect your device. In this tutorial, we'll cover Device Onboarding with Intune, including what to do if you miss a step, Antivirus Configuration, Policy Creation, Real-time Protection, Scan History and Retention, Exclusions and Threat Type Settings, and Immediate Deployment. We'll dive deep into the Intune admin center to set up the best policies for device protection, such as Cloud-delivered protection features and automatic sample submission. We'll also discuss local exclusions, threat type actions, and more. By the end of this tutorial, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of the process and how to effectively manage your device settings.

 

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Keywords

"Microsoft Defender MacOS Configuration", "Intune Device Onboarding", "Antivirus Configuration Policy", "Cloud-delivered Protection", "Real-time Protection Scan", "Exclusions and Threat Type Settings"