Microsoft 365 is one of the most powerful business platforms available.
But here’s the problem:
Out of the box, it’s not fully secure.
Many companies in Columbus and Central Ohio assume Microsoft automatically protects everything. In reality, many critical security features must be manually configured.
If they aren’t, your business is far more vulnerable to phishing, data breaches, and account takeovers.
If you only turn on one setting, make it this one.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) requires users to verify their identity with something besides a password—such as a mobile app, text message, or security key.
Over 80% of business breaches involve stolen or weak passwords.
With MFA enabled:
Many businesses enable MFA only for admins—or not at all.
That leaves most users exposed.
MFA should be enabled for every account.
Conditional Access controls when, where, and how users can log in.
It allows Microsoft 365 to automatically block risky behavior.
Conditional Access can:
If someone tries to log in from overseas using stolen credentials, access is denied automatically.
No manual intervention required.
Without this, attackers often log in undetected.
Most cyberattacks today start with email.
Microsoft provides powerful tools to detect:
But many businesses never enable them properly.
Basic spam filtering is not enough.
Advanced protection:
This dramatically reduces successful phishing attacks.
Learn more about phishing risks:
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Data Loss Prevention (DLP) helps stop sensitive information from leaving your organization accidentally—or intentionally.
It monitors files and emails for:
Without DLP, employees can unknowingly:
DLP creates guardrails without slowing people down.
Many businesses believe Microsoft automatically backs up everything.
That’s only partly true.
Microsoft provides retention—but not full business-grade backup.
Without proper policies and backups, you risk losing:
Strong retention + backup ensures:
Learn more:
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In our experience, most small and mid-sized businesses lack these protections because:
The result? A powerful platform running below its security potential.
Ask yourself:
If you’re unsure, that’s a sign your tenant needs review.
A qualified MSP helps by:
Learn more:
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At Cloud Cover, we help Central Ohio businesses:
✔ Secure Microsoft 365 tenants
✔ Configure MFA and access controls
✔ Reduce phishing exposure
✔ Protect business data
✔ Support cyber insurance compliance
✔ Prepare for AI and Copilot safely
Microsoft provides strong tools, but many advanced protections must be manually configured to be effective.
Yes. Small businesses are frequent targets and often lack layered defenses.
When properly configured, they improve security with minimal impact on productivity.
At least annually, and whenever major changes occur.
A Microsoft license review and IT assessment shows exactly how your tenant is configured—and what needs improvement.
➡️ See what’s included:/it-assessment-what-to-expect
➡️ Do you need a Microsoft license review?/free-365-license-audit
Microsoft 365 is only as secure as its configuration.
With the right settings, it becomes a powerful, resilient business platform.
Without them, it’s an easy target.
If you want confidence in your environment, start with visibility.
Want to talk to us about setting up your Microsoft environment? Schedule a quick call to get the ball rolling.