Password Hash Synchronization in Azure AD Connect. Password hash synchronization is a feature provided by Azure AD Connect that enables the synchronization of user password hashes from an on-premises Active Directory (AD) environment to the Azure AD cloud. As a result, organizations maintain a hybrid identity infrastructure by synchronizing password hashes rather than actual passwords […]
Using Azure AD Identity Protection to Monitor User Activity. In today’s digital age, organizations face numerous challenges securing their online systems and data from cyber threats. One such challenge is the risk of unauthorized access to user accounts, which leads to data breaches, financial losses, and reputational damage. Organizations shall make use and utilize identity […]
What is Event ID 4776: Domain Controller Attempted to Validate the Credentials for an Account. Many security events with odd usernames, misspelled names, attempts with expired or locked out accounts, or unusual logon attempts outside of business hours may be recorded by our domain controller’s Windows Event Viewer and given the Event ID 4776. Understanding […]
How to Migrate Mailboxes from Exchange to Office 365. Migrating mailboxes from Exchange to Office 365 is a complex process. Especially for organizations with large amounts of data and multiple mailboxes. However, with a proper planning and execution, we migrate seamlessly without disrupting day to day operations. This article explains with step by step guide […]
Using Conditional Access Policies to Enhance Microsoft 365 Security. Organizations adopting Microsoft’s cloud services must keep their employees safe, especially when accessing these cloud services outside the organization’s network. In this article, we cover the setting up of conditional use policies by enterprises to control how their users use Office 365 and other Microsoft services. […]
How to Find Active Directory Users Last Logon Time (Using ADUC). Active Directory is a central component of many Windows based networks and serves as a database of users, groups, and computers that system administrators manage. One crucial task for system admins is to identify inactive user accounts in Active Directory and remove them to […]
Active Directory Security Best Practices: Protect Your Environment. Active Directory (AD) is a vital and critical component of most enterprise IT environments, providing authentication, authorization, and access control services to a wide range of applications and services. As such, ensuring the security of the Active Directory environment is paramount to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and […]
ADSI Edit: How To Edit Active Directory Using ADSI Edit. Firstly, ADSI (Active Directory Service Interface Editor) Edit allows access and modifies the underlying and unexposed directory service data through ADUC (Active Directory Users and Computers). In this article, we discuss the usage of ADSI Edit, including how to access the tool, primary navigation, and […]
DCDiag: How to Check Domain Controller Health using Powershell. DCDiag is a powerful command line tool used to diagnose problems with domain controllers in a Microsoft Windows Active Directory environment. We use it to check the health of domain controllers, identify errors or inconsistencies, and troubleshoot replication issues. DCDiag also helps administrators detect and resolve […]
How to Setup and Manage Active Directory Password Policy. Organizations need a strong password policy now more than ever with the rise in cyberattacks throughout the globe. Sadly, hackers use users and administrators to access company networks, which results in security breaches and compliance failures. This article covers the development and upkeep of a solid […]