Your Microsoft 365 Account Might Be More Vulnerable Than You Think

Microsoft 365 is the backbone of most businesses — it holds your emails, files, chat logs, shared calendars, and access to every Microsoft tool your team uses. But how secure is it, really?

If you don’t know your Microsoft Secure Score, you could be leaving critical data exposed. And the problem is, most businesses don’t even realize this feature exists — let alone how to use it. A low score doesn’t just mean weak settings. It means you’re an easy target for phishing, ransomware, and data loss. The good news? You can fix it — starting today.

What Is Microsoft Secure Score?

Your Secure Score is Microsoft’s built-in tool that measures how well your environment is protected. It evaluates security settings across:

• Microsoft 365
• Teams
• SharePoint
• Exchange
• OneDrive
• Azure Active Directory

Each action (like enabling multi-factor authentication or blocking legacy protocols) increases your score. The higher the score, the more proactive security measures are in place. It’s not a magic shield — but it’s a great indicator of whether your business is making smart cybersecurity moves.

Why Most Businesses Score Too Low

We see this all the time during network assessments: companies think their systems are secure, but they’re only scoring 20–40% on Microsoft’s scale.

Here’s why:

• MFA isn’t turned on for every user
• Admin accounts have broad, unchecked access
• Legacy authentication methods are still enabled
• Devices aren’t enrolled in Microsoft Defender
• There’s no centralized oversight or reporting

Worse yet, many IT providers don’t even mention the Secure Score to their clients — which means these risks fly under the radar.

What’s a Good Microsoft Secure Score?

There’s no one perfect number, but here’s a rough guide:

• 0–30%: High risk. Immediate action needed
• 31–60%: Moderate risk. Major improvements available
• 61–80%: Doing well, but gaps remain
• 81%+: Excellent posture — but still monitor consistently

Your Secure Score is dynamic — it can change daily based on new threats or settings. That’s why ongoing IT support is key to keeping your score high.

How to Improve Your Secure Score — Even Without an IT Team

You don’t need to be a cybersecurity expert to get started. A few simple steps can drastically raise your score:

• Enable MFA for all users (not just admins)
• Restrict admin roles and access
• Turn off legacy protocols like POP and IMAP
• Use Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Regularly review risky sign-ins and alerts
• Run secure score reports monthly

Still unsure how to do all that? We can help.

Why We Track Secure Scores for Every Client

At IntermixIT, we include Microsoft Secure Score monitoring in all of our managed IT services. It’s one of the best ways to stay ahead of threats and ensure your Microsoft 365 environment is configured securely.

We help businesses:

• Analyze current scores
• Implement top-priority improvements
• Train staff on secure usage
• Monitor and manage long-term progress
• Stay compliant with evolving security standards

This isn’t optional anymore — especially with cyber insurance providers and regulators asking for proof of your security posture.

Book a Free 15-Minute Secure Score Review

Want to know your Microsoft Secure Score and what it says about your business?

Book a free 15-minute strategy call and we’ll pull your current score, explain what it means, and give you an action plan to improve it — fast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Microsoft Secure Score?
It’s a measurement tool that shows how secure your Microsoft 365 setup is. It helps you identify risks and improve your security.

Where can I find my Secure Score?
Go to https://security.microsoft.com/securescore (admin access required), or schedule a network assessment and we’ll pull it for you.

Is a higher Secure Score always better?
Generally, yes — but it’s more important that your score reflects meaningful action, not just checklist items.

What’s the average score for small businesses?
Most small to midsize companies fall between 20–50% — which leaves a lot of room for improvement.

Does Secure Score affect cyber insurance?
Yes. Many insurers now ask for proof of MFA and other security controls, which impact your Secure Score directly.

Is Secure Score included in Microsoft 365 plans?
Yes. It’s built into Microsoft 365 for Business and Enterprise plans — no extra license required.

Can you help improve my Secure Score?
Absolutely. We include this in our managed IT services, and we can guide your team step-by-step.

What are the fastest ways to raise my Secure Score?
Enable MFA, remove unused admin accounts, and turn off legacy authentication methods.

Does Secure Score cover SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive?
Yes — it evaluates security across the full Microsoft 365 platform.

Can I get help if I don’t have an internal IT team?
Yes. We support many clients with no in-house tech staff through our supplemental IT services.