The DCShadow attack exploits a switch in the Mimikatz utility that enables privileged users to inject malicious changes into Active Directory (AD) without detection. DCShadow takes advantage of native AD replication to avoid sending events to the AD security logs. DCShadow methodology: DCShadow empowers attackers (with admin rights) to spin…
Synchronizing objects and their attributes from an on-premises Active Directory environment toAzure AD is a common process in many organizations. Azure AD domain, OU, app, and attributefiltering allow organizations to synchronize only a handful of attributes to minimize the exposureof personally identifiable information in this setup. So, why do so…
Backing up and restoring Active Directory Domain Controllers can be challenging, especially with the introduction of virtualization and cloud technologies. Without proper backups, an AD failure can bring the entire network to a halt. This whitepaper explores the importance of continuity planning for AD and discusses the three main types…
Active Directory is the core IT identity infrastructure system for almost all large global organizations, including those that deploy both Windows and Unix servers. Even organizations using identity-as-a-service (IDaaS) solutions still depend on the ability to populate cloud-based directory accounts and/or to authenticate users from a premise-based AD installation. Should…
Securing Active Directory is critical for any organization as it is the foundation for authentication and authorization. However, with cyber threats becoming increasingly sophisticated and complex, it's essential to ensure that your AD environment is properly secured to prevent unauthorized access and potential data breaches. In this whitepaper, we will…
Semperis helps airline protect AD from devastating disasters Maintaining systems uptime and getting passengers to their destinations on time are key to El Al Airline’s success. So, when it came time to modernize its Microsoft Active Directory (AD) environment, Israel's largest airline sought a solution to help it maximize AD…
The new Active Directory usage landscape has introduced greater complexity to the enterprise IT environment, raising the riskof AD disasters tied to human error and cyberattack. More and more frequently, attackers are using Active Directory as an attack vector to compromise enterprises and, in some severe cases, wiping out the…
Active Directory is one of the most critical enterprise applications where downtime is unacceptable. In recent years, businesses have become increasingly dependent on Active Directory due to the widespread adoption of new technologies that require AD authentication and authorization. This increased dependence on Active Directory has led to greater complexity…