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Active Directory Schema: Essentials & Backup Strategy
Understanding Active Directory Schema Before we dive into the backup, let’s clear up what an Active Directory schema is. Simply put, the Active Directory schema is a set of definitions that outline what kinds of objects and information about those objects can be stored in Active Directory. Think of it
It All Starts with the User: Active Directory User Management vs. Security
Active Directory User Management Imagine yourself overseeing a large online system, where each action affects your IT infrastructure. Welcome to the world of Active Directory user management – a domain where precision meets strategy, and the right tool can turn a challenging task into a streamlined process. In this domain,
Why You Need to Recover Active Directory Forest
Essential Considerations to Recover Your Active Directory Forest Active Directory isn’t just a part of your IT infrastructure, it’s the forgotten central hub that keeps everything running smoothly. But with great power comes great responsibility – and vulnerability. It’s a primary target for attackers and any disruption will send ripple
Press Release: Cayosoft First to Offer Management, Monitoring, and Rollback for Microsoft Intune Device Management
First-Ever Monitoring and Rollback for Microsoft Intune In Latest Release of Cayosoft Guardian COLUMBUS, OH — January 9, 2024 — Cayosoft Inc., the leader in Microsoft Active Directory forest recovery and hybrid administration, is announcing the latest release of Cayosoft Guardian, version 4.4. Guardian is a change monitoring and auditing solution
Cayosoft Is Only Vendor to Offer Monitoring and Rollback for Microsoft Intune (Device Management)
It’s no a surprise to most that cyberattacks are increasing. Just looking at recent headlines is validation enough. Casino Giant MGM Expects $100M Hit From Hack That Led to Data Breach Cyberattack Caused ‘Temporary Disruption’ to Staples Online Ordering Cyberattack Affects Hospitals in Multiple States | Ardent Health Services These
Enhancing IT Agility with Automated User Provisioning in Active Directory
Understanding Automated User Provisioning in Active Directory In the world of IT, manual management of user provisioning and deprovisioning feels as outdated as a floppy disk. Just imagine trying to juggle countless user profiles across diverse on-premise and cloud environments—it’s a logistical nightmare. Enter the era of automated user provisioning
Predicting the Unpredictable: Crafting Your Active Directory Disaster Recovery Plan
Explore the Importance of an Active Directory Recovery Plan Active Directory is the heart of many enterprises, tying together users, permissions, and vital services. When disaster strikes, whether it’s a cyberattack or a technical malfunction, the impact can be immense. That’s why an Active Directory disaster recovery plan isn’t just
BHI Energy Cyberattack — Another All Too Common Example
Akira Ransomware Attack Hits BHI Energy | June 2023 A recent victim of ransomware was BHI Energy I Specialty Services LLC (BHI), a company that provides specialty maintenance and professional services to the nuclear power generation, industrial, and government markets. We’re writing this blog in the hopes that this cyberattack
Selecting the Right Tools to Manage Active Directory in 2024
How to Choose the Best Tools to Manage Active Directory In the changing world of IT management, choosing the right tools to manage Active Directory is very important. Active Directory is the main system for managing identities and access in your organization. It needs a strong solution that simplifies operations,
Why Cayosoft is the Best AD Management Software in 2024
Selecting the Best Active Directory Management Software in 2024 is Easier Than You Think Imagine a world where every change in your Active Directory is monitored, every decision is informed, and recovery is instant. Manage with purpose. In a landscape filled with increasing cyber threats and diversified IT environments, companies
Here We Go Again – Cyberattack Massively Disrupts MGM Resorts Operations
Hotel & Entertainment Giant MGM Experiences Widespread Outages Following Cyberattack Another cyberattack…here we go again! This one brought critical disruptions to MGM hotels and casinos. We are “days” after the event and MGM is still not back to normal operations. Continue reading to learn more about the incident and how
Cayosoft Poised for Massive Growth
Hybrid Active Directory Management and Security Solution Vendor, Cayosoft, Poised for Massive Growth Cayosoft continues to disrupt market with patent-pending new technology and experienced hires COLUMBUS, OH — June 8, 2023 — Cayosoft, the leader in hybrid Active Directory management, monitoring, and recovery, is excited to share its plans for
ABB’s May 2023 Active Directory Ransomware Attack
Black Basta Ransomware Attack Hits ABB’s Active Directory | May 2023 ABB, a multinational corporation based in Switzerland, is a leading industrial tech provider, employs 100,000+, and reported revenues above $29 billion in 2022. It’s believed the attack was carried out by famed ransomware group Black Basta on May 7th,
Peer Survey: Impact, Vulnerability, and Costs to Recover Active Directory Forests
Recover Your Active Directory Forest – Examining the Critical Impacts A couple years ago, Cayosoft commissioned a survey of 200 technology leaders to better understand the impacts and costs when recovering an Active Directory. We wanted to revisit this research, examine the answers, and see the differences between now and
A Practical View into Successful Sustainability Initiatives
Cayosoft Implements Practical Sustainability Initiatives Many organizations are looking for a starting point for their organizational sustainability initiatives. This blog outlines one way Cayosoft was able to put sustainability into practice. Before we dive in, let’s first define what we mean by sustainability initiatives or practices. A quick internet query