What is Active Directory Security?

Active Directory Security refers to the measures and practices implemented to protect the Active Directory (AD) environment. AD is a directory service developed by Microsoft for Windows domain networks. It authenticates and authorizes all users and computers in a Windows domain, assigning and enforcing security policies for all computers and managing user accounts. Security measures include access controls, auditing, monitoring, and hardening configurations to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security threats. Common uses include managing user permissions, controlling access to resources, and enforcing security policies across the organization.