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Poor user provisioning can threaten the IT security of K-12 schools—here's how you can 🛠 fix it

Poor user provisioning can threaten the IT security of K-12 schools—here's how you can 🛠 fix it The K-12 education sector has an extreme churn rate with thousands of users removed and added to the environment every year. Also, they manage tens of thousands of faculty and student accounts and their rosters. To meet their unique…
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A proactive approach to securing privileged access in Active Directory: best practices and threat mitigations

A proactive approach to securing privileged access in Active Directory: best practices and threat mitigations Privileged users have access to sensitive data, systems, and network resources, making them desirable targets for attackers. When in the wrong hands, their access can have disastrous effects and lead to data breaches…
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Mitigating cybersecurity risks in healthcare: A proactive approach with Cyber Essentials and user life cycle management

Mitigating cybersecurity risks in healthcare: A proactive approach with Cyber Essentials and user life cycle management As healthcare undergoes rapid digital transformation, the sector grapples with unprecedented cyber risks. This underscores the paramount importance of safeguarding patient data and healthcare operations. Our…
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How to schedule a process remotely via WMI

Remote task scheduling is a critical competency for system administrators managing a network of Windows machines. This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to schedule a process remotely using Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI), without relying on PowerShell. The focus is on using the WMIC tool and the Windows Task Scheduler to execute and manage tasks on remote machines. If you…
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How to create a process via WMI remotely

Creating a Remote Process via Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) In the realm of system administration, the ability to remotely manage and automate tasks on Windows machines is crucial. This article provides a detailed guide on how to create a process remotely via Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI), specifically using the Command Line Interface (CLI). This guide is intended for…
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How to create a task via WMI

Creating a task via Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) involves a series of steps that leverage WMI’s powerful framework for managing Windows-based systems. This article is intended for system administrators and technical professionals who are familiar with Windows operating systems and seek to automate and manage tasks using WMI, excluding the use of PowerShell. Introduction to Windows…
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WMI classes and categories

Listing every class in Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) would be extensive, as WMI includes hundreds of classes that cover a wide range of functionalities. However, I can guide you on how to find a comprehensive list of all WMI classes and offer a general overview of some of the key categories these classes fall into. Finding All WMI Classes and categories To get a complete list of…
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Find a user's last logon time

Ensuring the security and maintenance of Active Directory user accounts is a critical aspect of system administration. One key piece of information is the last logon time for a user, which helps administrators identify inactive accounts and ensure the security of the network. In this guide, we will explore the process of finding a user’s last logon time in Active Directory using…
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