Active Directory security
In this directory security resource, experts provide insights and best practices around Active Directory security and LDAP, and also offer tips on how to install AD and LDAP, setup, configuration, tools, users and monitoring.
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Instant Download: Free Guide to Password Security
Including insights from security pros Michael Cobb, Jeremy Bergsman and Nick Lewis, gain expert advice on how to improve your password policies to keep your enterprise safe. Explore machine learning-powered techniques, how to approach mobile password management, and more.
Active Directory security News
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September 27, 2018
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Sep'18
Microsoft wants to eliminate passwords -- and there's an app for that
At its Ignite 2018 conference, Microsoft declared an end to the password era and extended support for its Microsoft Authenticator app to Azure AD-connected apps.
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July 20, 2018
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Jul'18
Microsoft launches Identity Bounty Program, offers up to $100,000
Microsoft introduced its new Identity Bounty Program that offers up to $100,000 in rewards for reported vulnerabilities in its identity services, such as Azure Active Directory.
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December 15, 2015
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Dec'15
Old Microsoft Kerberos vulnerability gets new spotlight
A new blog post detailed authentication vulnerabilities in Microsoft Kerberos that cannot be patched and could lead to attackers having free rein over systems.
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May 05, 2015
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May'15
Local Administrator Password Solution aims to stop credential replay
Microsoft has released its Local Administrator Password Solution for a common admin login account across all domain-joined computers in hopes that it will decrease pass-the-hash attacks.
Active Directory security Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Stay in control with these Active Directory basics
Administrators have an ever-increasing number of resources to handle and permissions to track, but they can cut this seemingly impossible task down to size with Active Directory. Continue Reading
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Can this Active Directory quiz stump you?
How much do you know about Active Directory? Find out with this Active Directory quiz on the service's basics, structure and capabilities. Continue Reading
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How to deploy a Windows Server 2016 domain controller
Follow these tips to create a domain controller in Windows Server 2016 with these instructions, from server setup to adding users. Continue Reading
Evaluate Active Directory security Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Understanding what Azure AD federation really means
A company that adopts SaaS apps to get work done can ease the transition by implementing a single sign-on method. Learn how to set up this arrangement in a secure manner. Continue Reading
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How does the CLDAP protocol DDoS amplification attack work?
DDoS amplification attacks that use the CLDAP protocol are a new threat to enterprises. Expert Matthew Pascucci explains how they work and how enterprises can protect themselves. Continue Reading
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Making updates to your IAM framework
This Security School examines how security professionals should consider updating and adapting their IAM framework to work with emerging technologies. Continue Reading
Manage Active Directory security
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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PowerShell commands for Active Directory: Groups management
Managing users, devices and other resources with Active Directory doesn't always require a GUI tool. Try PowerShell to streamline some of your administrative workload. Continue Reading
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How the BloodHound tool can improve Active Directory security
Auditing Active Directory can be made easier with tools like the open source BloodHound tool. Expert Joe Granneman looks at the different functions of the tool and how it can help. Continue Reading
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Preserve your AD organizational unit with these commands
Active Directory OUs maintain order in an IT organization. But if you're not careful, an errant keystroke can topple everything. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Active Directory security Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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QakBot malware: How did it trigger Microsoft AD lockouts?
QakBot malware triggered hundreds of thousands of Microsoft Active Directory account lockouts. Discover the malware's target and how these attacks are being carried out. Continue Reading
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How to detect and defend against a TCP port 445 exploit
The WannaCry TCP port 445 exploit returned the spotlight to Microsoft's long-abused networking port. Network security expert Kevin Beaver explains how to detect and defend such attacks. Continue Reading
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Understanding Aorato's Directory Services Application Firewall
How Aorato's Directory Services Application Firewall protects Active Directory, and why it's useful for enterprises. Continue Reading