Azure Interaction with Active Directory
Azure Interaction with Active Directory A well-defined integration between Microsoft Azure and Active Directory is essential for secure identity management, access control, and governance in the cloud. Azure’s interaction with Active Directory—now known as Microsoft Entra ID—forms the foundation for authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management across cloud and hybrid environments. 1. Identity as the […]
Managing Azure Resources with Azure Resource Manager
Managing Azure Resources with Azure Resource Manager Modern applications are often composed of multiple components: virtual machines, storage accounts, web apps, databases, and third-party services. These components are not isolated – they are interconnected and interdependent. To efficiently deploy, manage, and monitor all resources as a group, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) is used. What is […]
Roles in Azure
A Brief History of Roles in Azure When Azure was first released, access control was very simple and relied on only three classic administrator roles: Account Administrator Service Administrator Co-Administrator These roles provided broad, unrestricted access to subscriptions but lacked flexibility and security controls. As Azure evolved, Microsoft introduced Azure Resource Manager (ARM) and with […]
How to Synchronise Active Directory with the Cloud: A Practical Step-by-Step Guide
How to Synchronise Active Directory with the Cloud: A Practical Step-by-Step Guide Synchronising Active Directory (AD) with cloud services allows businesses to manage users centrally while giving employees secure access to Microsoft 365, Azure, and other cloud applications. This guide explains how to do it properly, what tools are required, and common mistakes to avoid. […]
Active Directory Integration with Azure, Microsoft 365, and Google Workspace
Active Directory Integration with Azure, Microsoft 365, and Google Workspace Active Directory (AD) is the foundation of business identity and access management. As businesses move to hybrid and cloud environments, integrating AD with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and Google Workspace becomes essential. Proper integration ensures secure authentication, centralised user management, and seamless workflows. This post […]
Common Active Directory Attack Methods
Common Active Directory Attack Methods Explained Active Directory (AD) is the central hub for managing users, devices, and security in most businesses. Because of its critical role, attackers often focus their efforts on exploiting vulnerabilities in AD. Understanding these attack methods is the first step in protecting your business from serious breaches. 1. Pass-the-Hash (PtH) […]
Active Directory Is a Prime Target for Cyberattacks
Why Active Directory Is a Prime Target for Cyberattacks Active Directory (AD) is the backbone of most business IT environments. It doesn’t just manage user logins — it controls every critical aspect of your IT infrastructure. Because of this, AD is considered a high-value target for cybercriminals. Compromising it can give attackers access to virtually […]
Azure Network Watcher
Azure Network Watcher – Overview Network Watcher is an Azure regional service that provides tools to monitor, diagnose, view metrics, and manage logs for resources within an Azure virtual network. It helps you analyze network behavior at a scenario level without needing to log in to virtual machines. Key Capabilities Packet Capture Remotely capture network […]
Log Analytics is a service in Azure Monitor
Log Analytics Log Analytics is a service in Azure Monitor that helps you collect, analyze, and query data generated by resources in both cloud and on-premises environments. Using log queries, you can fully leverage the value of data stored in Azure Monitor Logs. The powerful query language allows you to: Join data from multiple tables […]
Azure Monitor Alerts
Azure Monitor Alerts Azure Monitor Alerts provide proactive notifications when important conditions are detected in your monitoring data. They help you identify and resolve issues before users are impacted, improving availability and reliability. Benefits of the Azure Monitor Alerts Experience Azure Monitor Alerts offer several key advantages: Improved notification systemAll modern alerts use Action Groups, […]
