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Compliance
Why compliance starts with login security
Login security is the first step towards meeting compliance requirements across major data security standards.
Active Directory
Improve Active Directory security with SSO and MFA
If your on-premise Active Directory users access both cloud and network resources, combine SSO and MFA for better security and more convenience. It’s a win-win.
Active Directory
MFA & access management for on-premise Active Directory
With UserLock's multi-factor authentication (MFA) and access management for on-premise Active Directory (AD), you can secure your AD identities across network, cloud, and remote access.
Recent Insights
Multi-factor authentication
Multifactor authentication (MFA) for the Essential Eight Maturity Model
Learn about the role of multi-factor authentication (MFA) in Australia’s Essential Eight Maturity Model, and how UserLock can help your organization meet the MFA requirement.
Compliance
MFA for Cyber Essentials Certification
Learn about the role of multi-factor authentication (MFA) in Cyber Essentials certification, and how UserLock can help your organization meet the MFA requirement.
Multi-factor authentication
Offline MFA: How UserLock MFA works without internet
Many compliance and security requirements require proof of MFA across all circumstances, including when users are offline (not connected to the internet). Here's how UserLock's offline MFA works.
News
IS Decisions Joins Google Cloud Ready – Distributed Cloud Initiative
Now a Google Distributed Cloud Hosted Build Partner, IS Decisions takes the first step towards integrating UserLock into the Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) portfolio of partner services and solutions.
Single Sign-On
Single Sign-On (SSO) for Adobe Acrobat Sign
Learn how to get the benefits of single sign-on for Adobe Acrobat Sign with UserLock.
Single Sign-On
Single sign-on (SSO) for Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Learn how UserLock SSO for Amazon Web Services (AWS) allows you to keep your on-premise Active Directory identities and extend secure access to AWS.
Data security
How securing Active Directory can prevent ransomware
Learn how securing your Active Directory can lower the risk of ransomware attacks.
Data security
Think twice before sending users’ digital identities to the cloud
A common-sense approach to keeping your user credentials safe and minimizing your attack surface.
IT security
SEC cyber disclosure rules transform CISO role
The SEC’s new cyber disclosure requirement puts a burden on CISOs. But, the requirements are also an opportunity for CISOs, whose role is now more strategic than ever.
IT security
A pen tester shares most-exploited Active Directory vulnerabilities
We asked a pen tester what Active Directory vulnerabilities hackers are exploiting right now, and what to do about it.
Single Sign-On
Single Sign-On (SSO) for Office 365 with Active Directory
SSO can support Microsoft 365 and Azure applications efficiently leveraging existing on-premise AD infrastructures.
Compliance
CMMC compliance: MFA to strengthen security in the U.S. defense sector
Explore CMMC compliance for the U.S. defense sector, the role of MFA in CMMC compliance, as well as the challenges of implementing MFA for CMCC compliance.
Access management
How AI makes password-based authentication even weaker (and what to do about it)
Understand how AI makes password-based authentication weaker, so you can proactively address vulnerabilities.
News
UserLock wins Product of the Year (Identity and Access Management) from Redmond
Redmond magazine recognizes UserLock as the top Identity and Access Management solution for Microsoft environments.
Single Sign-On
SAML vs. OpenID vs. OAuth vs. LDAP: Decoding SSO protocols
Take a deep dive into single sign-on (SSO) protocols. Find out why UserLock SSO takes advantage of SAML vs. OpenID/OAuth/LDAP in Active Directory environments.
Multi-factor authentication
Azure MFA Server vs. Azure AD MFA: What’s the difference?
Explore the differences between Azure AD (now Microsoft Entra ID) multi-factor authentication (MFA) and the MFA server, and learn how UserLock can enhance security.
IT security
Is there a business case for cloud repatriation?
Take a look at what's really behind the high-profile cases of organizations leaving the cloud. Is there a legitimate business case for cloud repatriation?
Multi-factor authentication
The new FTC MFA requirement: Here’s what auto dealers need to know
The FTC's multi-factor authentication (MFA) requirement impacts auto dealers. Here's what auto dealerships need to know.
Multi-factor authentication
How does MFA prevent man-in-the-middle (MiTM) phishing attacks?
Man-in-the-middle (MiTM) phishing attacks on multi-factor authentication (MFA) exploit gaps in MFA implementation.
Multi-factor authentication
Two-factor authentication in schools: The essential guide
Two-factor authentication (2FA) provides strong access security for educational institutions. Here’s how to ensure your organization is compliant and protected.
Compliance
What is TISAX certification? Here’s what you need to know
Looking to understand the TISAX label and why TISAX certification is a key standard for the automotive sector? Read this guide.
Compliance
A guide to the FTC Safeguards Rule’s FTC MFA requirement
The FTC MFA requirement is part of the latest FTC Safeguards Rule update. Here's what you need to know about compliance.
Multi-factor authentication
Why 2FA for financial services is (still) so important
The financial industry is a hot target for cyberattacks. Here's how two-factor authentication (2FA) for financial services stops cyber attacks before they begin.
News
UserLock named winner of selective Expert Insights award
UserLock has been named Editor's Choice in the Identity and Access Management solutions category by Expert Insights.