Hacker hunting in Azure refers to the proactive efforts by Microsoft's intelligence groups to detect and mitigate malicious activities within the Azure environment. This process involves analyzing various attack vectors, including OS layer attacks like brute force attempts on Windows and Linux systems, as well as application layer threats such as SQL brute force attacks. By identifying these threats, organizations can strengthen their defenses and controls.

Microsoft Azure provides several built-in protections against remote attacks, including measures to defend against brute force attacks via Remote Desktop Protocol for Windows and SSH for Linux. Users can utilize Azure's detection capabilities to monitor for suspicious activities and take appropriate actions to secure their environments.

To prevent application layer attacks like SQL code injection, Microsoft Azure emphasizes the importance of implementing robust security measures and monitoring tools. Users are encouraged to utilize Azure's log analytics to identify potential vulnerabilities and take proactive steps to secure their applications against such threats.