Microsoft Entra Connect

Are you looking for information about Microsoft Entra Connect? In this archive you will find all our posts about Microsoft Entra Connect.

  • Microsoft Azure

    Microsoft Entra Connect: Migration to Application Based Authentication (ABA)

    With the introduction of Application Based Authentication (ABA), Microsoft introduces modern authentication mechanisms to Microsoft Entra Connect. Previously, the synchronization service used a service account with a locally stored password to sign in to Microsoft Entra ID, an approach considered outdated and potentially vulnerable from a security perspective.

  • Microsoft 365,  Microsoft Azure

    Microsoft Defender for Identity: Getting Started

    Microsoft Defender for Identity (MDI) secures the on-premises Active Directory (AD) against identity threats as a cloud-based security solution. By thoroughly analyzing user activities and detecting complex attack vectors, Microsoft Defender for Identity (MDI) ensures comprehensive protection against identity compromises.

  • Microsoft 365,  Microsoft Azure

    Microsoft Entra ID: Revoke User Access in an Emergency

    At a time when digital security is becoming increasingly important, managing user access is a crucial factor in protecting sensitive data and resources. Microsoft Entra provides companies with powerful tools to control and monitor access to critical information and systems. Especially in critical situations, such as compromised user accounts or employee departures, it is essential to quickly and securely revoke access to minimize potential security risks.

  • Microsoft 365,  Microsoft Azure

    Kerberos Cloud Trust and Windows Hello for Business: Secure and Seamless Authentication in Hybrid Environments

    Kerberos Cloud Trust is a hybrid authentication protocol developed by Microsoft to enable secure and passwordless sign-ins. Kerberos Cloud Trust combines the strengths of Kerberos and Windows Hello for Business to offer a modern, secure, and user-friendly authentication solution. It is particularly useful in hybrid environments where both cloud and on-premises resources are utilized. Users authenticate securely and seamlessly both locally and in the cloud.

  • Microsoft Azure

    Microsoft Entra ID: Automatically Roll Over Kerberos Decryption Key

    The regular roll over of the Kerberos decryption key is crucial to ensure the security and integrity of seamless Single Sign-On (SSO) in hybrid IT environments. Microsoft recommends rolling over this key every 30 days to close potential security gaps and ensure smooth integration between on-premises Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID. This process can be automated to minimize administrative effort and ensure continuous security.