September 30, 2024 at 04:52PM
Microsoft Defender now alerts users with a Microsoft 365 Personal/Family subscription about unsecured Wi-Fi networks. The privacy protection feature, Defender VPN, safeguards data and identity on public Wi-Fi or untrusted networks by encrypting and routing internet traffic through Microsoft’s servers. It can also detect and alert users of potential attacks and is expanding to more countries.
Based on the meeting notes provided, the key takeaways are as follows:
1. Microsoft Defender now automatically detects and notifies users with a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription when they’re connected to unsecured Wi-Fi networks.
2. The privacy protection feature, also known as Defender VPN, encrypts and routes internet traffic through Microsoft’s servers and hides the user’s IP address using a VPN.
3. Defender VPN has been upgraded to alert users when they’re exposed to attacks and can be configured to enable automatically for better safety.
4. Microsoft has added detection for un-safe Wi-Fi using Defender heuristics and users receive notifications for un-safe Wi-Fi, being able to turn on Defender VPN for added safety.
5. The unsafe Wi-Fi alerts are currently available in Defender for Android, iOS, and Windows, with macOS support to roll out soon.
6. Support for Defender VPN has been added on Windows and macOS systems, available in Germany and Canada, with plans to expand to more countries.
7. Privacy protection, initially introduced on Android devices in the United States, will be available in ten additional countries in Europe, Asia, and LATAM regions.
8. Microsoft clarified that Defender VPN does not collect browsing data, history, personal details, or device’s physical location, but does collect anonymized service data for continuous improvement.
9. For non-Microsoft Defender users, it’s recommended to enable multi-factor authentication on accounts and turn off automatic Wi-Fi connections for added security.
These takeaways summarize the main points discussed during the meeting regarding the enhancements and features of Microsoft Defender and Defender VPN, as well as privacy protection measures and data collection policies.