Active Directory stories - Page 4
Golden dMSA flaw in Windows Server 2025 exposes Active Directory
Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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cybersecurity
A critical flaw in Windows Server 2025's delegated Managed Service Accounts allows attackers to persistently access and control Active Directory environments, warns Semperis.
Hybrid identity security scores decline as vulnerabilities rise
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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Security scores for hybrid identity systems drop to 61 in 2025, with mid-sized companies and government sectors facing the biggest vulnerability challenges.
Mid-size firms, government trail in hybrid identity security
Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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network security
Mid-size firms and government sectors lag in hybrid identity security, with scores dropping 15% to an average of 61 globally, reveals Semperis' 2025 Purple Knight Report.
Semperis adds detection for BadSuccessor flaw in Windows 2025
Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Semperis adds detection for BadSuccessor flaw in Windows Server 2025, helping firms spot privilege escalation risks before a patch is released.
Semperis adds detection for dMSA attacks in Windows Server
Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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physical security
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Semperis enhances its Directory Services Protector to detect BadSuccessor attacks exploiting dMSAs in Windows Server 2025, before any official patch is available.
Varonis launches unified identity protection platform
Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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data protection
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mfa
Varonis has launched Identity Protection, a platform unifying data and identity security to combat insider threats and reduce access to sensitive data.
Radiant Logic launches AI tool for identity visibility
Thu, 29th May 2025
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Radiant Logic unveils Identity Observability for RadiantOne, offering real-time AI-powered insights and risk management across identity systems in enterprises.
Hackers target FTP servers with weak passwords, study finds
Wed, 14th May 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
Specops reveals hackers target FTP port 21 with weak passwords like 'admin' and '123456' in brute force attacks exploiting outdated server security.
New platform aims to fix gaps in corporate cyber response plans
Thu, 8th May 2025
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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okta
Semperis launches Ready1, a platform improving cyber crisis response, addressing major communication and coordination gaps revealed in new global report.
Semperis appoints Alex Weinert to drive hybrid identity security
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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software engineering
Semperis appoints identity security expert Alex Weinert as Chief Product Officer to boost product strategy against sophisticated cyber threats.
BeyondTrust unveils free assessment to expose hidden identity risks
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
BeyondTrust launches free Identity Security Risk Assessment, helping organisations identify and address vulnerabilities across cloud, hybrid, and on-premise environments.
Rubrik launches Identity Resilience for stronger cyber defence
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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cloud security
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Rubrik launches Identity Resilience to enhance protection of human and non-human identities against cyber-attacks targeting critical infrastructure globally.
CrowdStrike launches Falcon Privileged Access to block threats
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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cloud security
CrowdStrike unveils Falcon Privileged Access, enhancing identity security with real-time risk-aware controls to prevent privilege escalation and attacks.
So, what does secure file sharing actually look like?
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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breach prevention
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High-profile breaches on apps like Signal highlight the urgent need for user-friendly, secure file sharing to protect sensitive data in government and industry.
Exclusive: Why every day should be World Backup Day
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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As World Backup Day concludes, cybersecurity expert Sean Deuby stresses the importance of daily data protection practices to stave off severe business disruptions.
World Backup Day highlights need for Active Directory focus
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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As World Backup Day approaches, Semperis underscores the urgent need for businesses to prioritise Active Directory backups to combat rising cyber threats.
Medusa ransomware threat continues to challenge firms
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
The persistent threat of Medusa ransomware continues to alarm global organisations, as new advisories highlight the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
Rubrik unveils enhanced protection across cloud platforms
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rubrik has unveiled advanced enhancements for data protection across cloud, SaaS and on-premises environments, aiming to bolster cyber resilience and recovery speed.
CrowdStrike enhances identity security for hybrid clouds
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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cloud security
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ai security
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cybersecurity
CrowdStrike has launched its Falcon Cloud Security for Microsoft Entra ID, enhancing protection for government organisations in GovCloud environments.
Tenable unveils Identity 360 & Exposure Center solutions
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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active directory
Tenable has launched Identity 360 and Exposure Center to tackle identity-based security threats, aiming to simplify fragmented identity management for organisations.