Which feature in the Microsoft Defender XDR portal helps prioritize security incidents based on criticality?

The feature that helps prioritize security incidents based on criticality in the Microsoft Defender XDR portal is the severity classification. Severity levels provide a clear understanding of the potential impact and urgency of security incidents, enabling security teams to focus their efforts on the most critical threats first. By categorizing incidents into different severity levels—ranging from low to high—teams can prioritize their response measures and allocate resources effectively.

This structured approach to assessing and prioritizing incidents allows analysts to address high-severity issues that pose significant risks to the organization before tackling those deemed lower in urgency. The severity ratings also facilitate communication between teams, ensuring that everyone understands the criticality of the incidents at hand and can collaborate effectively to manage them.