Netwrix PingCastle vs. Microsoft Defender for Identity

Netwrix PingCastle runs an Entra ID & Active Directory security assessment so you can find vulnerabilities, reduce attack surface, and secure your environment - fast, with clear insights and remediation guidance. Netwrix PingCastle enhances identity security by scanning for misconfigurations, outdated settings, and other risk indicators, mapping results to industry frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and ANSSI so you can prioritize remediation and align your security posture with recognized standards.

Microsoft Defender for Identity enables you to integrate Microsoft Defender for Identity with Defender for Endpoint, for an even more complete threat protection solution. While Defender for Identity monitors the traffic on your domain controllers, Defender for Endpoint monitors your endpoints, together providing a single interface from which you can protect your environment.