Improving your AD Security with Derek Melber: The Practical 365 Podcast S04 E25

In this week’s episode of the Practical 365 Podcast, we were joined by special guest & upcoming keynote speaker at TEC 2024, Derek Melber. Before he joined us on the show, Rich and I discussed the aftermath of Crowdstrike and looked at the root cause and what we can learn from some organizations that weren’t as prepared as others.

The Experts Conference (TEC) 2024

We kicked off the show with news about The Experts Conference (TEC) 2024, scheduled for October 1-2 in Dallas, Texas. As a proud sponsor, Practical 365 is offering a buy-one-get-one-free deal for both the main conference and pre-con workshops. This premier event for Microsoft security and management will feature world-class sessions from MVPs and industry experts, including our guest Derek Melber.

Making it Easy to Move Away from NTLM: The Shift to Passphrases

In this insightful piece, Derek discusses the importance of transitioning from NTLM authentication to passphrases. With Microsoft's recent announcement that all versions of NTLM are deprecated, it's crucial for organizations to modernize their IT environments and reduce dependency on outdated protocols. Derek shares practical advice on how to implement passphrases, which are easier to remember and more secure than traditional passwords. Learn how to use group policies to increase password length and implement fine-grained controls for a smoother transition.Don't

Don't miss out on this essential read that not only enhances security but also improves user experience by allowing less frequent password changes. Moving away from NTLM has never been easier! Listen to the full podcast now and take the first step towards a more secure future.