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LDAP vs. Active Directory: What’s the Difference?

Pure Storage

LDAP vs. Active Directory: What’s the Difference? by Pure Storage Blog When you have multiple operating systems and devices connected together, you need a centralized directory service to control authentication and authorization. As a protocol it can be used by various directory services including Active Directory. What Is LDAP?

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Why Microsoft Azure Active Directory Backup Is Needed

Zerto

With the global surge in cybercrime—particularly ransomware attacks —and occasional outages of cloud services , enterprise risk management is just the latest initiative that needs attention. What would happen to your organization’s day-to-day operations if your Microsoft Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) stopped working?

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Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to Add an Extra Layer of Security to Your Accounts

Erwood Group

Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to Add an Extra Layer of Security to Your Accounts Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to Add an Extra Layer of Security to Your Accounts Securing online accounts has never been more critical. This is where Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) comes into play. Why is 2FA Important?

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Zerto Access Management: Role-Based Access Controls with Keycloak

Zerto

Implementing Identity and Access Management (IAM) within data protection applications is critical in today’s interconnected digital landscape. By effectively managing user identities, roles, and permissions, IAM enhances security measures, mitigates insider threats, and safeguards against unauthorized access or data breaches.

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Microsoft Teams Client Stores User Authentication Tokens in Unsecured Text Format

LAN Infotech

Microsoft Teams Client Stores User Authentication Tokens in Unsecured Text Format. The issue lies in that Teams stores authentication tokens in cleartext, meaning that anyone with access to the application’s installation directory can easily steal them. Key Points. This issue affects Windows, Mac, and Linux users.

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What is Zero Trust Architecture?

Pure Storage

Every user and system, regardless of their location, must authenticate and validate their identity before accessing network resources. Every single new connection attempt should be treated with rigorous authentication and authorization. Identity verification: Multi-factor authentication is a fundamental aspect of zero trust.

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Cyber Risk & Your Supply Chain: Managing the Growing Threat

NexusTek

READ TIME: 4 MIN January 17, 2024 Cyber Risk & Your Supply Chain: Managing the Growing Threat You’ve likely heard that employees are the top source of cyber risk for businesses. But with careful attention to component risk factors, a thorough and effective supply chain security risk management strategy is doable. It could be.