Rubrik Empowering Cyber Resilience with Microsoft 365 Integration
Cyberattacks have become more sophisticated and frequent in the digital age, posing significant threats to businesses worldwide. It is crucial for organizations to adopt proactive measures to bolster their cyber resilience. One such commendable initiative is the integration of Rubrik’s Zero Trust Data Security™ with Microsoft 365 Backup. It aims to provide faster restores, enhanced recovery of Azure Active Directory, and centralized data management for Microsoft 365 data and other SaaS and hybrid cloud workloads.
The Critical Need for Cyber Resilience
Recent reports highlight the alarming increase in cyberattacks, with 61% of incidents in 2022 targeting SaaS applications, particularly Microsoft 365. In a recent Rubrik Zero Labs State of Data Security report, nearly three-quarters (72%) of organizations reported paying a ransomware demand. This underscores the critical need for a robust solution that can significantly reduce recovery times and keep organizations operational in the face of cyber threats.
Rubrik’s Innovative Solution – An Alliance with Microsoft 365 Backup
Rubrik, the Zero Trust Data Security™ Company and a Winner of the 2023 CRN Tech Innovator Awards has partnered with Microsoft 365 Backup to provide organizations with a comprehensive cyber resiliency solution.
By utilizing Microsoft’s new backup APIs, this integration delivers faster restores, improves scalability, and enhances data protection to keep businesses resilient and secure.
Rapid Restoration with Bulk Data Recovery
A key aspect of cyber resiliency is the ability to recover data quickly in bulk. Rubrik’s integration with Microsoft 365 Backup enables businesses to ensure business continuity by facilitating the mass restoration of Microsoft 365 data, leveraging the power of Microsoft’s new backup APIs to maximize performance.
Maximizing Recoverability and Comprehensive Protection
With the new integration, Rubrik empowers organizations to back up Azure AD users and groups effectively. Automatically recreating AD objects and recovering data with roles and permissions intact, helps businesses implement a more holistic protection strategy across Microsoft 365 Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams.
Centralized Management for Simplified Cyber Resilience
The Rubrik integration with Microsoft 365 Backup streamlines data protection by automating the process across Microsoft 365 and other SaaS, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments in a single platform. This centralized approach enhances efficiency and ensures that businesses can stay resilient and safeguarded against cyber threats.
An Evolving Partnership – Rubrik and Microsoft
The integration with Microsoft 365 Backup is a testament to the long-standing partnership between Rubrik and Microsoft. Previously, the companies collaborated to integrate Rubrik Security Cloud with Microsoft Sentinel and Azure OpenAI Service, further accelerating cyber recovery and remediation efforts.
Rubrik’s continuous involvement in Microsoft programs, including the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) and the Microsoft Content AI Partner Program, showcases its dedication to providing top-notch cybersecurity solutions.
The Bottom Line
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, businesses must take decisive action to enhance their cyber resiliency. The integration of Rubrik’s Zero Trust Data Security™ with Microsoft 365 Backup represents a significant milestone in achieving this objective.
By offering faster restores, comprehensive data protection, and centralized management, Rubrik and Microsoft are empowering organizations to stay resilient and recover swiftly in the event of cyber incidents. As cyberattacks continue to pose challenges, collaborations like this pave the way for a safer and more secure digital future.
FAQs
Why is cyber resiliency crucial for organizations?
Cyberattacks have become more sophisticated and frequent, posing significant threats to businesses worldwide. Proactive measures to bolster cyber resilience are essential to stay operational and secure.
What is the critical need for a robust cyber resiliency solution?
Recent reports show that 72% of organizations have reported paying a ransomware demand, highlighting the critical need for a solution that can significantly reduce recovery times and keep organizations operational in the face of cyber threats.
What does Rubrik’s partnership with Microsoft 365 Backup aim to achieve?
The partnership aims to provide organizations with a comprehensive cyber resiliency solution by utilizing Microsoft’s new backup APIs to deliver faster restores, improve scalability, and enhance data protection.
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