Apereo CAS vs Microsoft Defender for Business
Apereo CAS
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| Figure | Apereo CAS | Microsoft Defender for Business |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $0.25/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · Authentication Software | 8.2 (#11) | 8.4 (#10) |
| Spec score · Single Sign-On Software | 8.2 (#13) | 8.5 (#9) |
| Integrations | CAS provides integrations with SAML2 service providers and supports SCIM, reCAPTCHA, and Swagger. | The product integrates with Microsoft 365 Lighthouse and can work with remote monitoring and management tools and professional services automation software. |
| Purpose | CAS is a multilingual single sign-on solution and open-source identity provider for web authentication and authorization. | Microsoft Defender for Business is an endpoint security solution for small and medium-sized businesses with up to 300 users that helps protect devices from ransomware, malware, phishing, and other threats. |
| Support | Apereo staff do not provide technical project support but direct users to project communities and mailing lists, including CAS security, developer, and user lists. | Microsoft's Defender for Business documentation provides a guide for getting help or contacting support. |
Plans
Microsoft Defender for Business
- Microsoft Defender for Business$3 a month
- Microsoft Entra Internet Access$5 a month
- Microsoft Entra Suite$12 a month
- Microsoft Defender for Business$3 a year
In their own words
Microsoft Defender for Business
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