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Microsoft Defender ATP for Android, an antivirus tool that offers protection against phishing and insecure network connections from malicious websites and applications, is now available for download via the Google Play Store (via Android Police). The app is currently in preview and is only intended for companies with a valid Microsoft 365 E5 license.
Microsoft Defender ATP comes with many security features, including malware scan, APK file scan, malicious website blocking, and more. The company also noted that the app features Microsoft Defender ATP integration and helps block malicious background connections from apps on Android devices.
“The ability to restrict access to corporate data from devices that are considered” risky “will allow companies to protect users and data on their Android devices. All events and alerts will be available through a single dashboard in the Microsoft Defender Security Center, giving security teams a centralized view of threats on Android devices alongside other platforms. These capabilities allow companies to enable robust security while ensuring that their employees remain productive working on their Android devices, ”the company explained.
Just as a reminder, users must first sign up for a free trial of Microsoft Defender ATP and then activate the preview features in the Microsoft Defender Security Center to get started with Microsoft Defender ATP. Android owners running Android 6 and later can now head over to the Google Play Store to download the app on their devices.
