Securing Active Directory
It is necessary to implement the AD with security best practices, and doing so is beneficial in controlling the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of the organization’s assets, which include data. As we did in the last blog, in which we described the significance of active directory, we are going to do the same thing in this one, although instead of explaining the significance of active directory, we are going to discuss some best practices that are very beneficial in its implementation. These best practices will be beneficial in setting up things in the proper ways for an organization that follows them in the right way and does so in the correct manner. Let’s get into further depth about them.
Use of secure and strong authentication
The word “authentication” refers to the procedure through which an application determines whose user, service, or entity is allowed to access it. Consequently, authenticating users is a cornerstone of cyber security. Organizations risk allowing illegal access if they don’t use robust and secure authentication systems. Organizations that value security should enforce stringent policies on passwords, such as requiring a mix of upper- and lowercase letters, symbols, a password expiration date, and the prohibition of the use of personally identifying information in passwords.
