Windows Server 2025 – Part 7 (Active Directory Hardening)
In today’s world, cybersecurity is not just a necessity; it’s a foundation for your business’s integrity and trustworthiness. One of the key components of this foundation is Active Directory hardening….
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Azure Quick Review 2.04 – High Level Assessments
With Azure Quick Review (azqr) you can quickly make a High Level Assessment of an “Azure Subscription” or “Resource Group”. Installation of Azure Quick Review You can download the files…
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Windows EventLog for Windows LAPS Events
To monitor Windows LAPS (Local Administrator Password Solution) activities in the Windows Event Log, you can track specific Event IDs. Key Windows LAPS Events IDs The following events provide critical…
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Securing Local Administrator Accounts with Windows LAPS: A Get Started Guide for Windows Server Environments
Managing local administrator accounts securely is a critical aspect of maintaining a robust and secure IT environment. With the introduction of the Windows Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS) in newer…
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Securing Client Passwords with KeePassXC: A Consultant’s Guide to Autotyping and More
As consultants, managing multiple clients and their respective passwords can be a daunting task, especially when security is paramount. In this article, we will explore how KeePassXC, a powerful and…
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Connect Ubiquiti UniFi UDM to Azure VPN
My homelab and private network are segmented by a Ubiquiti Unifi UDM Pro for security and using some features like WAN port load balancing and failover. When setting up my…
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Repairing the Domain Trust Relationship – No Reboot
When managing an Active Directory environment, one of the common issues you might encounter is a broken Domain Trust between a workstation, server and the domain. This can be frustrating,…
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Windows Server 2025 – Microsoft.OSConfig
With Windows Server 2025, Microsoft introduces significant advancements in security baselines and drift control through the Microsoft.OSConfig PowerShell module, ensuring systems remain compliant and secure. What is OSConfig? With Windows…
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Windows Server 2025 – Part 6 (Active Directory Design)
When creating an Active Directory structure it is good to develop the Active Directory design with a focus for efficient management, delegation of administrative tasks, and application of Group Policies…
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Easy Troubleshooting Common DNS issues in Home Labs
Setting up a home lab is a fantastic way to experiment with networking, virtualization, and various IT services. However, one of the most common issues that can arise in a…
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