NTLM authentication: What it is and why you should avoid using it
Discover how NTLM authentication helps determine if a user accessing an IT system is who they claim to be.
What is multifactor authentication (MFA) and what are the benefits of using it?
Discover the essentials of multifactor authentication (MFA): its definition, available technologies, and the pros and cons of each.
Strengthening Active Directory security: 3 best practices for implementing a Zero Trust model
Learn how to implement a Zero Trust model in on-premises or hybrid Active Directory environments to dramatically strengthen security.
What is Active Directory Domain Services and how do I protect domain controllers?
Learn how Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) holds critical information in your IT environment, and tips to protect domain controllers.
Golden ticket attacks: How they work — and how to defend against them
Golden Ticket attacks have a playful name but are a serious threat to Active Directory environments. Learn how to defend against them.
Active Directory vs. Azure Active Directory: What you need to know
Understand Active Directory vs. Azure AD: their similarities, differences, and collaboration capabilities.
How hackers exploit Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to attack your Active Directory
Learn why Group Policy objects are a prime target and how hackers exploit this critical feature within your Active Directory environment.
What is KRBTGT and why should you change the password?
Learn what KRBTGT is, when to update it, and how to minimize your organization’s authentication vulnerabilities.
A 4-step plan for effective Group Policy management — and stronger IT security
Discover how applying a 4-step plan for managing GPOs will improve your Active Directory security strategy.
What is Group Policy and how do GPOs work?
Group Policy is a critical element in any AD environment. Explore how attackers compromise it and defense strategies to protect your system.
2021 prediction #4: People will remember the hard way they have Group Policy
Group Policy will be at the forefront of everyone’s mind in 2021. Learn how to harden your security by defending your GPOs.
6 AD security public service announcements
Learn about the 6 AD security public service announcements and timeless security tips from a Microsoft Certified Master.