As a general rule, administrators need to consider additional security measures when they grant end users control over their own password resets and account unlocks....
Remove accidental spaces while creating user accounts
The dreaded fat finger, accidental key strike, and copy/paste issues. Each of these situations, and more I am certain, can cause a space to be...
Assign the manager attribute automatically when group membership changes
Every administrator wants their systems to be smart. For example, when a employee moves from one department to another, all of the department-based attributes for...
Notify users (and their managers) that their passwords are about to expire
No one likes to micromanage, but everyone dislikes when a user ignores a critical email. If an email is sent informing the user that their...
Update local cached credentials for remote users
Administrators are keenly aware of the issues that face remote users. For many administrators, such issues can cause great angst. One issue in particular facing...
Free webinar series: Advance your security and management skills with Derek Melber
Over the next few months, you have the opportunity to attend many free and live webinars presented by MVP Derek Melber. The topics will all...
Showing hidden shares in ADAudit Plus
ADAudit Plus does not show hidden shares, those that end with a $, by default. However, there might be times when you want to see...
Three neglected password policy tips that increase security
Most organizations are familiar with the Microsoft password policy and the features it provides. The password policy from Microsoft for Active Directory domains has been...
The top 3 drawbacks to Microsoft password policies
We have all been living with the Microsoft password policy solution for many years now. It has sufficed, for the most part, untill now, due...