check before: 2024-04-16
Product:
Defender, Defender for Endpoint, Defender XDR, Microsoft 365 Defender, SharePoint, Windows, Windows Server
Platform:
Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
Feature update, Admin impact
Links:
(MC598631)
Details:
Summary:
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint will continue to be supported after the retirement of Log Analytics Agent on August 31, 2024. No immediate action is required, but it is recommended to upgrade to the latest available agent and versions will cease to function as of October 1, 2024. Notify admins and update documentation as appropriate. Learn more through provided links.
Details:
You're receiving this notification because you use the Log Analytics Agent to monitor your virtual machines (VMs) or servers.
[When this will happen:]
On February 28, 2024, you received a notification from an Azure comms channel about the Log Analytics Agent retiring on August 31, 2024. No immediate action is expected for Microsoft Defender for Endpoint devices, which will continue to be supported after the Log Analytics Agent retires.
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Created:
2024-04-02
updated:
2024-04-02
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Direct effects for Operations**
Log Analytics Agent Retirement
If the Log Analytics Agent is not upgraded before retirement, monitoring capabilities for virtual machines and servers may be disrupted, leading to potential security vulnerabilities.
- impacted roles: IT Administrators, Security Analysts
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/defender-for-cloud/prepare-deprecation-log-analytics-mma-agent, https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/security/defender-endpoint/update-agent-mma-windows?view=o365-worldwide
Upgrade Requirement
Failure to upgrade to the latest version of the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint agent may result in loss of functionality and support, impacting the organization's security posture.
- impacted roles: IT Administrators, Security Analysts
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/defender-for-cloud/prepare-deprecation-log-analytics-mma-agent, https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/security/defender-endpoint/update-agent-mma-windows?view=o365-worldwide
Documentation Updates
Not updating internal documentation regarding the Log Analytics Agent retirement may lead to confusion among staff, resulting in improper handling of security protocols.
- impacted roles: IT Administrators, Compliance Officers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/defender-for-cloud/prepare-deprecation-log-analytics-mma-agent, https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/security/defender-endpoint/update-agent-mma-windows?view=o365-worldwide
User Experience
Users may experience degraded performance or security issues if the underlying monitoring agents are not functioning properly due to outdated versions.
- impacted roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/defender-for-cloud/prepare-deprecation-log-analytics-mma-agent, https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/security/defender-endpoint/update-agent-mma-windows?view=o365-worldwide
Security Vulnerabilities
Outdated agents may expose the organization to security threats, as they may not receive critical updates or patches, leading to potential breaches.
- impacted roles: Security Analysts, IT Administrators
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/defender-for-cloud/prepare-deprecation-log-analytics-mma-agent, https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/security/defender-endpoint/update-agent-mma-windows?view=o365-worldwide
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