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Skip to main content This browser is no longer supported. Upgrade to Microsoft Edge to take advantage of the latest features, security updates, and technical support. Mapping of Azure Security Benchmark v2 and CIS Microsoft Azure Foundations Benchmark Article01/30/2024 In this article -->The CIS Microsoft Azure Foundations Benchmark is the security guidance provided by Center for Internet Security for establishing a secure baseline configuration for Azure. The scope of the benchmark is to establish the foundation level of security while adopting Azure Cloud. This benchmark is in alignment with the Azure Security Benchmark v2.We provide a mapping between the CIS Microsoft Azure Foundations Benchmark latest version v1.3.0 and Azure Security Benchmark v2. This will help you to understand how the recommendations for both benchmarks are aligned. You can download the complete mapping here.For any questions or comments on the mapping, you can reach us by sending an email. --> Feedback Additional resources In this article

I thought these recent Azure Security Center resources may be of interest.TechNet UK Your 2017 guide to Azure Security Center ransomware attacks become more sophisticated, cloud based applications are at an increased risk. Professionals using Microsoft Azure must now take full advantage of the recently introduced Security Center to defend their cloud infrastructure and applications.With support for Windows Server 2016 recently announced and a host of new updates planned for 2017, organisations will be missing out if they fail to make the most of Azure Security Center.Microsoft Ignite Australia 2017 Leverage Azure for the most Stringent Security and Compliance Requirements how Azure meets the security and compliance requirements of some of our most security conscious customers in financial services and public sector. We will cover some of the common concerns of a CSO/CISO and how Azure addresses them. Learn how you can leverage Azure’s massive investments in compliance certifications. Learn how to leverage Azure security center to manage and monitor your enterprise’s Azure deployments or import the logs into other SIEM tools. See demos of the Azure security center, Azure’s network security capabilities and some partner solutions available off the Azure marketplace.Slides

Summary This article describes an important update to Azure Backup for Microsoft Azure Recovery Services (MARS) Agent version to 2.0.9218.0, that is used both by Microsoft Azure Backup and the Microsoft Azure Site Recovery service to transport data to Azure. Important improvements This update to the MARS Agent includes fix for backup hang issues, handling trailing slash in proxy URL and syncing status of crashed jobs to Azure portal. Update information Download information To apply this update, download and install the Microsoft Azure Recovery Services agent from the Microsoft Download Center. Download the Azure Recovery Services agent update package now. Note The version for this update of Microsoft Azure Recovery Services agent is 2.0.9218.0. For more information about how to download Microsoft support files, see the following Microsoft Knowledge Base article: 119591 How to obtain Microsoft support files from online services Microsoft scanned this file for viruses. Microsoft used the most current virus-detection software that was available on the date that the file was posted. The file is stored on security-enhanced servers that help prevent any unauthorized changes to the file. Applying the update to multiple servers If your servers are registered to one or more Recovery Services Vaults, you can update your servers directly from Azure Portal. Perform the following steps to update multiple servers from the Azure portal Download the installer for the update from the link in this section. Navigate to the Recovery Services Vault where your servers are registered. On the left-side Settings blade, select Backup Infrastructure in the Manage section. Select Protected Servers under Management Servers, and then select Azure Backup Agent as the Backup Management Type. On the blade that appears, select a server for which the agent version is earlier than 2.0.9218.0. On the server detail blade, select Connect. This will download a Remote Desktop Connection file that you can use to connect to the server, copy the downloaded agent to the server, and then update it. After you finish updating, you can select other servers that have agent versions that are earlier than 2.0.9218.0, and update the agents on those servers. Restart information If you are using Windows Server 2008 (SP2 and R2 SP1, any SKU), you have to restart the computer after you apply this update. Users that have installed MARS Agent on other Windows Server versions don’t have to restart the computer after they apply this update. Prerequisites If you use System Center 2016 Data Protection Manager (SC DPM), we recommend that you apply Update Rollup 1 for System Center 2016 Data Protection Manager or a later version. If you use System Center 2012 R2 Data Protection Manager (SC DPM), apply Update Rollup 12 for System Center 2012 R2 Data Protection Manager or a later version. Need more help? Want more options? Explore subscription benefits, browse training courses, learn how to secure your device, and more.

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Stack HCI and Azure Local:While the core functionalities of Azure Stack HCI remain intact under the new Azure Local brand, there are some notable differences and enhancements. Let's explore these differences both technically and non-technically:Comparison Table: Azure Stack HCI vs. Azure Local Feature Azure Stack HCI Azure Local Name Azure Stack HCI Azure Local Functionality Hybrid cloud solution Hybrid cloud solution Integration Seamless with Azure Seamless with Azure Management Azure Portal, Windows Admin Center Azure Portal, Windows Admin Center Compliance Local data storage for compliance Local data storage for compliance Security Enhanced on-premises security Enhanced on-premises security Latency Low latency for critical apps Low latency for critical apps Edge Computing Supported Supported Rebranding Impact None Unified branding VM Support Windows and Linux VMs Windows and Linux VMs Container Support Yes Yes Software-Defined Storage Storage Spaces Direct Storage Spaces Direct Networking Software-Defined Networking Software-Defined Networking Hardware Options Integrated systems, validated nodes Integrated systems, validated nodes Azure Services Integration Azure Backup, Azure Monitor, Azure Security Center Azure Backup, Azure Monitor, Azure Security Center Kubernetes Support Integrated Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Integrated Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Disconnected Operations No Yes (Preview) Flexibility for Deployments Suitable for larger deployments Supports both small and large deployments Support for More Hardware Limited to specific hardware Supports a wider range of hardware Support for New Azure Services Limited Enhanced support for new Azure services Technical Enhancements: Disconnected Operations: Azure Local introduces support for disconnected operations, allowing organizations to deploy and manage Azure services without a continuous connection to the Azure public cloud. This is particularly beneficial for remote or isolated locations with limited network infrastructure. Support for More Hardware: Azure Local expands support for a wider range of hardware options, providing greater flexibility for organizations to choose the best-fit infrastructure for their needs. New Azure Services: Azure Local offers enhanced support for new Azure services, ensuring that organizations can leverage the latest innovations and capabilities from Microsoft.Non-Technical Enhancements: Simplified Branding: The rebranding to Azure Local simplifies the messaging and positioning of Microsoft's hybrid cloud solutions, making it easier for organizations to understand and adopt. Improved User Experience: