Monitoring High Risk Azure Logins
Summary
This article discusses methods for monitoring high-risk Azure logins within a Security Operations Center (SOC). It highlights a recent instance where suspicious email forwarding rules helped identify a potential Business Email Compromise (BEC). The focus is on proactive security measures and detecting fraudulent activity in cloud environments.
IFF Assessment
The article discusses methods for detecting and preventing security incidents like BEC, which are detrimental to defenders' efforts.
Defender Context
Defenders should pay close attention to Azure login patterns and implement robust monitoring for suspicious activities like unusual forwarding rules. This helps in early detection of account compromises and potential Business Email Compromise attacks, which can have significant financial and reputational consequences.