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Specops Key Recovery is a self-service solution for unlocking computers encrypted and managed by Symantec Endpoint Encryption. A user who is locked out at the pre-boot authentication screen can use Specops Key Recovery to unlock their computer, without calling the helpdesk. For added security, users can be verified with multi-factor authentication. Download this datasheet for...

Specops Password Policy helps you increase password security in your Microsoft Active Directory environment. You can use Specops Password Policy to enforce password rules, meet compliance requirements and help users select stronger passwords. Download this datasheet for the Specops Password Policy Business Case.

Specops Password Blacklist is a hosted service comprised of more than 1 billion leaked passwords including the haveibeenpwned list. Download this datasheet to see how Specops Password Blacklist can increase authentication security.

Specops Authentication for O365 is the ideal solution for organizations that need a simple approach to O365 user management and authentication. Download this datasheet to see how Specops Authentication can decrease O365 administration time, and increase login security.

Not all identity services are created equal. To help you select the best fit for your organization, we have created a matrix, with the following criteria. The MFA factor the identity service addresses: something you know, something you are, something you have The enrollment flexibility: pre-enrollment and/or administrator enrollment using existing Active Directory data Mobile...

This document provides a side by side comparison of features, components, and requirements across  Specops two self-service password reset solutions: Specops uReset and Specops Password Reset.

Specops uReset is the next generation password reset solution by Specops Software. The solution revolutionizes password security by utilizing claims-based identity to provide flexible multi-factor authentication as a means of addressing the password reset security, and flexibility needs of organizations. Download this datasheet for an overview of Specops uReset.

Specops Password Policy helps you increase password security in your Microsoft Active Directory environment. You can use Specops Password Policy to enforce password rules, meet compliance requirements and help users select stronger passwords.

Endpoint encryption is heralded as one of the cornerstones to securing data and complying with data protection regulations, but it introduces new challenges which can result in costly mistakes. Download this whitepaper to see which common mistakes compromise the benefits of the encryption technology.

Passwords are undoubtedly weak and vulnerable to attacks yet they remain the number one form of authentication. Due to this, IT departments are tasked to protect them. Specops Software and Ingenium collaborated to conduct an “IT and Password Security survey” in the UK. We asked 206 individuals from 199 unique organizations to complete a questionnaire...

Recognized as the authoritative voice on information security in the UK, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is the UK’s newest weapon in securing IT. The NCSC has simplified their Password Guidance with just seven tips. In this whitepaper, we will: Review the NCSC Password Guidance Give you practical tips that can help shape the...

If the multitude of mega breaches have given us anything, it is an abundance of real-life data to shape future best practices. In this whitepaper, we will: Review the Digital Identity Guidelines from NIST Examine its impact on compliance requirements including HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX, and GDPR Formulate a best practice strategy for future-proofing password...

Password attacks are an ongoing threat facing organizations. As the number of stolen credentials reaches an all-time high, with over 3 Billion reported stolen worldwide, organizations must contain their weakest link. Password attacks work because users are predictable. Their poor choices are encouraged by the password complexity rules that must be met during the password...

In this whitepaper, we will scrutinize conventional password best practices, using knowledge attained from Microsoft’s “Password Guidance” whitepaper, and National Institute of Standard and Technology (NIST)’s “Digital Authentication Guideline” publication SP 800-63-3. Next, we will examine the extent to which the new best practices have penetrated compliance and advisory requirements: PCI DSS the Cyber Essentials scheme the National Cyber Security...