Scenario 1: Securing Sensitive Data in Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams has become the default hub for internal collaboration, which also makes it the easiest place for sensitive information to accidentally leak. A user drops a file into a …
DLP Scenario 3 : Protecting Data Without Disrupting Workflows: How to Auto-Encrypt Outbound Credit Card Traffic in Microsoft 365
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) rules have a bit of a bad reputation among everyday employees. Traditionally, when a DLP rule detects sensitive data—like a credit card number—leaving the organization, it …
DLP Scenario 2: The Admin’s Dilemma: How to Block Malicious Zip Files Without Breaking HR
Every systems administrator eventually faces “The Request.” A sneaky piece of malware bypasses your standard email gateway because it was tucked inside a password-protected .zip or .7z file. The standard …
DLP Scenario 1: Securing Financial Data and Sensitivity Labels
We’ve all heard the advice: train your employees, and your data will be safe. But at MAHARJAN, the security team noticed a harsh reality—awareness alone isn’t enough to stop accidental …
Azure Series: Part 02 — Operations: Connectivity & Scaling
Azure Series: Part 02 Day 2 Operations: Connectivity & Scaling Mastering Public IPs, Azure DNS, Managed Disks, and VM Resizing Posted on May 28, 2026 By Binod Maharjan “Welcome back! …
Building a Secure 2-Tier Architecture in Azure
Azure Series: Part 01 Building a Secure 2-Tier Architecture A Personal Guide to VNet Planning and VM Deployment Posted on May 28, 2026 By Binod Maharjan “I’ve learned that in …
Deep Dive Part 5: Personalizing the Frontline—Customizing Endpoint DLP Toast Notifications
When Endpoint DLP blocks an application upload to WhatsApp or Viber, the user’s immediate reaction is usually confusion or a support ticket. The default Windows notification reads somewhat mechanically. To …
Deep Dive Part 4: Troubleshooting & Forcing Endpoint DLP Policy Syncs
When you push a new Endpoint DLP policy to block apps like WhatsApp or Viber, waiting for the default cloud-to-device sync window can be incredibly frustrating. If you are trying …
Deep Dive Part 3: Weaponizing Endpoint DLP for Cloud and Social Apps
Targeting data streams within Microsoft 365 environments is relatively straightforward. The real challenge emerges when users manipulate files outside your network perimeter—such as dragging a sensitive internal PDF onto the …
Deep Dive Part 2: Locking Down Microsoft Teams External Chats
While email transport is a mature boundary, Microsoft Teams represents a massive blind spot for many organizations. When external users join your tenant as guests, or when your staff engages …