Windows Server provides native tools for changing user passwords and auditing password changes in AD. However, they are somewhat lacking. Third-party tools such as Specops uReset can make the process easier and more secure. ADUC There are two main... Read More
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How to unlock active directory account lockouts
There is no question that one of the most common tasks that helpdesk and IT admins carry out on a daily basis is user account management. Specifically, triaging user account issues like unlocking active directory accounts in an Active... Read More
The most searched for programming languages around the world
As the employment market becomes more competitive, self-taught skills and experience have become increasingly valuable across the globe, and programming languages are no exception. In fact, our latest research found that thousands of individuals are looking to teach themselves... Read More
Understanding the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
Long-standing information security best practices, frameworks, and regulations are a reliable means for ensuring that networks are resilient, and information remains secure. Still, oftentimes organizations and individuals will have their own interpretation of such security practices but that may... Read More
The most desired skills and qualifications for cyber security jobs, 2020
Cyber-attacks are becoming more and more prevalent, with some sectors being targeted more than others due to a lack of cyber security training. Thus, to neutralize risk and protect businesses from being compromised by cyber-attack threats, companies are beginning... Read More
How to bulk modify Active Directory user attributes
Active Directory attributes often contain a wealth of information about users, including their phone numbers, department, location, and much more. Even so, this information is only valid if it is kept up-to-date. Sometimes this means updating an individual attribute,... Read More
Five useful tips on improving password security in your organization
Password-related breaches are on the list of the most popular attacks along with malware infection and social engineering. According to Verizon, almost 80% of all the breaches are connected with compromised credentials or weak passwords. While it’s a generally... Read More
Finding Active Directory passwords set to never expire
Passwords set to never expire can be a security vulnerability for your network. Here is how to to find Active Directory (AD) passwords set to never expire. Some regulatory bodies require passwords to expire every 90 days, while others... Read More
The Most Common Football Team Names Found in Breached Passwords
STOCKHOLM – If the Superbowl winner could be predicted by breached password lists, the Los Angeles Rams would be this season’s winner. Today, Specops Software released an update to the Breached Password Protection list and of a recent analysis of sports-related compromised passwords. “With the NFL season beginning in the... Read More
Active Directory weak password checker
One of the most important things that system administrators can do to keep their network resources secure is to require users to use strong passwords. After all, long and complex passwords are far less prone to being breached than... Read More