Microsoft's Blocking of Sanctioned Individual's Email: A Security ROI Perspective
The recent incident where Microsoft allegedly blocked the mailbox of a sanctioned individual raises concerns about the reliance on MS products. This article analyzes the potential risks and associated costs from a Return on Security Investment (ROSI) perspective. While the probability of a complete MS service cutoff is low, the consequences are severe, potentially costing millions. The author explores how businesses can assess this risk and calculates the investment required for different sized companies to fully migrate away from the Microsoft ecosystem. Even for large enterprises, completely detaching from Microsoft proves incredibly challenging and costly. Ultimately, the article concludes that insufficient data exists for precise risk modeling, highlighting the challenges inherent in risk management.
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