How Microsoft Defender protects high-value assets in real-world attack scenarios

Collection of Microsoft Security Blog posts (Mar 18–27, 2026) covering multiple enterprise risks and defensive guidance. Key items: a Trivy supply‑chain compromise where attackers injected credential‑stealing malware into CI/CD distribution channels (detection and mitigation guidance provided); how Microsoft Defender applies asset‑aware protections and Microsoft Security Exposure Management to defend high‑value assets (domain controllers, web servers, identity infrastructure); a case study where predictive shielding blocked GPO‑based ransomware at scale; guidance and posture recommendations on