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Password policy enforcement

Password policy enforcement

One of the most critical things that organizations must do in order to ensure the security of their user accounts is to establish a strong password policy, and then ensure that the policy is being enforced. The Windows operating... Read More

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SSPR registration challenges & solutions

As most organizations today are settling into providing remote work solutions to employees, common service desk tasks can become even more challenging for help desk professionals.  This can include SSPR registration challenges like password resets, forgotten passwords, locked accounts,... Read More

Security at the Helpdesk

IT departments have always invested heavily in making sure that their systems are able to positively confirm user identities prior to granting users access to sensitive resources. Not surprisingly, there are any number of mechanisms available for authenticating users.... Read More

Active directory default password

How to find default passwords in Active Directory

What causes identical or default passwords in Active Directory, and how can you find them? A lot of organizations script the creation of new user accounts to standardize, simplify, and speed up the process. Unfortunately, this can also leave... Read More

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How to manage Active Directory password requirements

Password policies are a foundational element of any organization’s security posture, especially in environments managed by Active Directory (AD). These policies help ensure that user credentials meet baseline complexity requirements, reducing the risk of unauthorized access. However, understanding and... Read More

How to extend Active Directory password expiration times

Balancing security hygiene with user experience is an ever-evolving challenge. While traditional security wisdom has long mandated frequent password rotations, modern authentication frameworks (anchored by MFA, risk-based access, and continuous monitoring) have called those rigid schedules into question. In... Read More