Short definition: Active Directory OU delegation is granting scoped, task-specific permissions on Organizational Units (OUs) to security groups—without domain-wide admin rights—so teams can safely manage only what they must.
Why OU delegation matters now
Modern AD estates are bigger, more hybrid, and more frequently touched by non-admins than ever. Help desks need to reset passwords…
Risk-based lockout policy tuning
September 17, 2025
Risk-based lockout policy tuning: Cloud vs on-prem comparisons, deep mechanics, and technical implementation
Risk-based lockout policy tuning is the practice of adjusting lockout behavior based on the assessed risk of an authentication attempt, rather than relying on a fixed “X failed passwords = lockout” rule. The goal is simple: slow attackers down hard while keeping…
Active Directory risk assessments: what to include
August 22, 2025
Active Directory Risk Assessments: What to Include (Full Scope + Checklist)
An Active Directory (AD) risk assessment is not a generic “security audit.” Done well, it’s a structured attempt to answer one question:
“How can an attacker or insider turn today’s identity design into tomorrow’s outage or breach?”
This guide…
Sensitive data, such as personally identifiable information (PII) and financial records, must be protected according to compliance requirements. It is crucial to maintain data privacy to build and retain trust with stakeholders. A company’s competitive advantage depends on intellectual property protection, while data sovereignty ensures compliance with local storage laws. Moreover, security…
Microsoft Defender for Identity (MDI) is a cloud-based security solution designed to shield organizations from advanced threats targeting Active Directory (AD) environments. The MDI sensor, a lightweight agent deployed on domain controllers, monitors user and device activity within your AD infrastructure. This blog explores the installation process for the MDI sensor, highlighting its purpose…
Safeguarding networks from cyber threats demands a proactive approach. Microsoft Defender for Identity provides a robust solution to strengthen organizational security. However, before leveraging this powerful tool, meeting specific requirements is vital. Let’s explore the key prerequisites for implementing Microsoft Defender for Identity, ensuring your network is ready for optimal…
Understanding Windows event logs
Windows event logs are detailed records of events occurring in a Windows operating system, arranged chronologically for easy identification. These logs include both hardware and software events related to the system, security, and applications. By monitoring Windows event logs, network engineers can:
Track any system failures or errors
Investigate threats…
Previously known as Azure Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), Microsoft Defender for Identity is a cloud-based security service that protects your organization’s hybrid environment. It focuses on identity-based threats, offering comprehensive protection against both external and internal attacks.
How does Microsoft Defender for Identity work?
Microsoft Defender for Identity gathers data from…
Configure gMSA Defender Identity: Step-by-Step Guide
April 30, 2024
Microsoft Defender for Identity
Formerly known as Azure Advanced Threat Protection (Azure ATP), Defender for Identity is a cloud-based security solution offered by Microsoft to help organizations in identity monitoring with high security, in both on-premises and hybrid environments. With the modern identity threat detection (ITDR), security operation teams in your organization can now prevent…
What is Azure AD Identity Protection?
In today’s dynamic threat landscape, securing access to enterprise resources is crucial. An essential component of Microsoft Entra, Azure AD Identity Protection enables enterprises to proactively identify and address identity-related risks within their Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) environment. This comprehensive solution offers a layered approach…
