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Security report for azure.com

Microsoft Corporation · Technology · United States

Medium risk. 3 critical or high findings in SSL/TLS and Security headers.

Security score

67/100

Risk levelMedium

0–100, higher is better. How it is calculated

Microsoft Azure is a leading cloud computing platform operated by Microsoft Corporation, offering a broad range of cloud services including AI, machine learning, databases, compute, containers, and hybrid cloud solutions. The platform targets enterprises, developers, and IT professionals seeking scalable and flexible cloud infrastructure. Azure holds a strong market position as one of the top global cloud providers with extensive certifications and compliance frameworks. Technically, the website is built on Adobe Experience Manager CMS with modern JavaScript frameworks and integrates advanced analytics and marketing tools. The site is optimized for performance, mobile responsiveness, and accessibility, reflecting a mature digital infrastructure. From a security perspective, Azure demonstrates a robust posture with HTTPS enforcement, comprehensive security headers, and adherence to industry standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST. Privacy policies and cookie consent mechanisms are well implemented, supporting GDPR compliance. No critical vulnerabilities or suspicious indicators were found. Overall, the website and domain exhibit high trustworthiness and professionalism, with strong business credibility and technical excellence. The lack of public WHOIS data is typical for large enterprises and does not detract from legitimacy. Strategic recommendations include maintaining up-to-date libraries, enhancing incident response automation, and continuing transparency in security disclosures.

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NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
88/ 100 · Low
Checks completed
7of 7

NIS2 Art. 21(2)

  1. (a) Risk analysis and security policies: Not visible from outside
  2. (b) Incident handling: One indicator
  3. (c) Business continuity, backups and crisis management: Not visible from outside
  4. (d) Supply chain security: Not visible from outside
  5. (e) Secure acquisition, development and maintenance, including vulnerability handling: Partly checked
  6. (f) Assessing the effectiveness of security measures: Not visible from outside
  7. (g) Cyber hygiene and security training: Not visible from outside
  8. (h) Cryptography and encryption: Partly checked
  9. (i) HR security, access control and asset management: One indicator
  10. (j) Multi-factor authentication and secured communications: Not visible from outside

This scan rated NIS2 with an earlier keyword method that is no longer shown; rescan for the per-article view. Risk management, continuity, supply chain, training, MFA, management oversight (Art. 20) and incident reporting (Art. 23) need internal evidence, and Guard cannot tell whether NIS2 applies to this organisation.

GDPR is indicative only, based on publicly visible signals: Articles 7, 12, 13 and 32 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive. Not a certification or legal assessment.

Priority findings

3 findings rated critical or high. Fix these first.

  1. SSL/TLS

    TLS encrypts the connection and proves the site is really yours. Weak or expiring certificates trigger browser warnings and put traffic at risk.

    • Critical

      Unable to retrieve SSL certificate

      Could not establish secure connection to retrieve certificate information

      What to do: Check if the server is accessible and SSL/TLS is properly configured

  2. Security headers

    Security headers are instructions your web server sends to every visitor’s browser. Missing ones leave visitors more exposed to attacks such as clickjacking and injected scripts.

    • High

      Missing X-Frame-Options header

      Prevents clickjacking attacks

      What to do: Add "X-Frame-Options: DENY" or "X-Frame-Options: SAMEORIGIN"

    • High

      Missing Content-Security-Policy header

      Controls resources the browser is allowed to load

      What to do: Implement a Content-Security-Policy appropriate for your application

      • ASVS V3.4.3
      • OWASP Secure Headers: OWASP Secure Headers Project recommends Content-Security-Policy: default-src 'self'; form-action 'self'; base-uri 'self'; object-src 'none';…

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  • Security score drift

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Results by check

Each check with its score, findings and the evidence it collected.

How this score is calculated

The security score runs 0–100, higher is better. It is the plain average of the security checks that completed in this scan, each counted equally. A check that could not run is left out: it counts neither as a pass nor as a fail.

Counted in this score

SSL/TLS
0
Security headers
35
Email security
90
DNS health
90
Network security
100
GDPR outside view
88
Average
67

Not counted

  • NIS2 outside view: Re-weights evidence from the TLS, email, DNS, network and hygiene checks, so counting it would count that evidence twice. Shown on its own.
  • OffSeq Observations: An AI reading of the site, useful context but not reproducible evidence. Shown on its own.

Findings that cap the score at 49

Each of these is serious on its own, so while any is present the site cannot rate better than high risk, however good the other checks are.

  • The certificate is not trusted by browsers
  • The website is not served over HTTPS
  • A database, remote desktop, file-sharing or Telnet service is reachable from the internet
  • The page loads a script from a compromised source
  • The domain registration has expired
  • SPF authorises every server to send mail as the domain

Partial scans

When the site blocks Guard or most checks cannot run, the score covers only the checks that ran (usually DNS and email), is capped at 75 and is shown as partial, without a risk level.

Risk levels

  • Critical0–25
  • High26–49
  • Medium50–75
  • Low76–100

Technical appendix

Business context, site observations and technical notes gathered during the scan, and the standards behind each reference.

Business context

Business profile

Microsoft Azure operates as a core business unit within Microsoft Corporation, leveraging Microsoft's extensive global infrastructure and brand reputation. The business model focuses on cloud service subscriptions and enterprise solutions, targeting sectors such as technology, finance, healthcare, and government. Azure's competitive advantages include a comprehensive service portfolio, strong compliance certifications, and integration with Microsoft's ecosystem including GitHub and LinkedIn. Growth is driven by increasing cloud adoption and AI integration. The partner ecosystem is robust, with dedicated portals and marketplaces supporting third-party solutions.

Security posture

Azure's security maturity is high, supported by industry-leading certifications and frameworks. The website employs best practices such as HTTPS, CSP, and secure cookie handling. Incident response channels are clearly defined with dedicated security contacts. Privacy compliance is evident with GDPR-aligned policies and cookie consent. No exposed sensitive data or vulnerable libraries were detected. The security culture is reinforced by transparent communication and continuous monitoring. Potential improvements include further automation of incident response and ensuring all forms have anti-CSRF protections.

Recommendations

  1. Regularly update and audit third-party JavaScript libraries to mitigate vulnerabilities.
  2. Implement anti-CSRF tokens on all forms to enhance input security.
  3. Increase automation in incident detection and response workflows.
  4. Maintain transparency with users regarding data collection and privacy practices.
  5. Continue investing in accessibility and mobile optimization to broaden user reach.
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
Microsoft Corporation
Description
Invent with purpose, realize cost savings, and make your organization more efficient with Microsoft Azure’s open and flexible cloud computing platform.
Key services
Cloud computing, AI and machine learning, Databases and analytics, Compute services, Containers, Hybrid and multicloud solutions, Security and compliance
Content quality
excellent
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), JavaScript, jQuery, Adobe DTM, Vidyard video player, Microsoft Bot Framework, React, Helix RUM
Frameworks
Adobe Experience Manager, React
Platforms
Microsoft Azure
Performance
fast
Mobile
excellent
Accessibility
good
SEO
good

Security

Observed score
90/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enforced
  • Content Security Policy implemented
  • Cookie consent banner present
  • No exposed sensitive data in HTML
  • Use of security frameworks and compliance certifications

Analytics and tracking

Services
Contentsquare, Microsoft Exp
Tracking level
moderate
Privacy practices
good

Advertising

Tracking pixels
Contentsquare, MediaPixel, Microsoft Exp
Marketing tools
Adobe DTM, Microsoft Exp
Transparency
good

Site quality

Design
excellent
User experience
excellent
Content relevance
excellent
Navigation
excellent
Professionalism
excellent
Trustworthiness
high

Key observations

  1. Website is fully accessible with no blocking or WAF challenges.
  2. Content is comprehensive, professional, and targeted at enterprise cloud customers.
  3. Strong security and privacy policies are in place.
  4. Use of modern web technologies and Adobe Experience Manager CMS.
  5. No suspicious or malicious indicators found.
  6. WHOIS data is privacy protected or unavailable, common for large enterprises.
Technical notes

Notes

The website leverages Adobe Experience Manager CMS, React, and Microsoft Bot Framework, indicating a modern and scalable technical infrastructure. Performance is optimized with lazy loading, deferred scripts, and CDN usage. The site is mobile responsive and accessible, with SEO best practices implemented via meta tags and structured data. Technical risks are minimal, though continuous monitoring for library vulnerabilities is advised. The hosting on Microsoft Azure ensures robust availability and scalability.
Standards and sources

Reference chips under each finding point to the standard, regulation or specification the finding relates to. They are taken from the official datasets below and mapped conservatively: a finding with no defensible link shows none. NIS2 and GDPR references mark where a finding is relevant evidence, not a compliance verdict. Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2690 binds digital infrastructure and digital service providers; for other entities it is the most detailed public reading of the Article 21 measures. WCAG, EN 301 549, European Accessibility Act and Web Accessibility Directive references name the requirement an automated accessibility rule relates to; they are not a conformance verdict.

Retrieved 2026-10-25

Earlier scans of this domain

  1. 68/100Medium19 findingsView report
  2. 61/100Medium5 findings · partial scanView report
  3. 75/100Medium5 findings · partial scanView report
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