How to Make Active Directory Secure: TÜV Rheinland provides tips in new white paper
Active Directory as the backbone of IT security / identifying and remedying vulnerabilities in a targeted manner / new white paper with practical recommendations for action
(PresseBox) - Active Directory (AD) is used by millions of organizations worldwide and is considered the standard for managing user accounts, access rights, and network resources in Windows-based networks. However, this central role also makes AD environments an attractive target for cyberattacks. Attackers can exploit vulnerabilities to access sensitive data, extend permissions, or disrupt critical business processes. In their new white paper, How to Make Active Directory Secure, the TÜV Rheinland experts explain how companies can effectively secure their AD environments.
Common Vulnerabilities and Risks
Active Directory serves as the backbone of user and rights management. Compromising it can have far-reaching consequences, as attackers can move around the network, extend permissions, and compromise sensitive data. Misconfigurations, outdated policies, and the increasing complexity of modern IT infrastructures further increase the risk.
TÜV Rheinland recommends that companies adopt a multi-layered “defense-in-depth” approach to secure AD environments. This includes:
Minimal Privileges: Regularly review and reduce rights and permissions to the minimum necessary.
Separation of administrator duties: Introduction of just-in-time administration and clear delineation of administrative tasks.
Regular security audits: Identify vulnerabilities early and address them promptly.
Security updates and patch management: Continuously update Active Directory (AD) components to close security gaps.
TÜV Rheinland: Your Partner in IT Security
TÜV Rheinland offers services such as vulnerability assessments, internal penetration tests, and comprehensive security assessments to help companies secure and future-proof their AD environments. “A secure Active Directory is not a one-time project, but rather an ongoing process,” emphasizes Daniel Hanke, a cybersecurity expert at TÜV Rheinland. “With our proven methods and independent assessments, we help companies protect their IT infrastructure in the long term and meet compliance requirements.”
White Paper: Recommendations for Action for Companies
The new TÜV Rheinland white paper, “How to Make Active Directory Secure,” offers practical recommendations for strengthening the security of AD environments. Further information and the white paper are available at: www.tuv.com/whitepaper-active-directory.
150 years of making the world a safer place: TÜV Rheinland is one of the world’s leading providers of testing and inspection services, with annual revenues of over 2.7 billion euros and 27,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Its highly qualified experts test technical systems and products, enable innovation, and assist companies in their transition toward greater sustainability. They train professionals across numerous fields and certify management systems to international standards. With exceptional expertise in areas such as mobility, energy supply, infrastructure, and beyond, TÜV Rheinland provides independent quality assurance—not least for emergent technologies such as green hydrogen, artificial intelligence and autonomous driving. In doing so, TÜV Rheinland contributes to a safer and better future for everyone. Since 2006, TÜV Rheinland has been a signatory to the UN Global Compact, which promotes sustainability and combats corruption. The company’s headquarters are located in Cologne, Germany. Website: www.tuv.com
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150 years of making the world a safer place: TÜV Rheinland is one of the world’s leading providers of testing and inspection services, with annual revenues of over 2.7 billion euros and 27,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Its highly qualified experts test technical systems and products, enable innovation, and assist companies in their transition toward greater sustainability. They train professionals across numerous fields and certify management systems to international standards. With exceptional expertise in areas such as mobility, energy supply, infrastructure, and beyond, TÜV Rheinland provides independent quality assurance—not least for emergent technologies such as green hydrogen, artificial intelligence and autonomous driving. In doing so, TÜV Rheinland contributes to a safer and better future for everyone. Since 2006, TÜV Rheinland has been a signatory to the UN Global Compact, which promotes sustainability and combats corruption. The company’s headquarters are located in Cologne, Germany. Website: www.tuv.com
Datum: 19.02.2026 - 11:00 Uhr
Sprache: Deutsch
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Contact person: Alexander Schneider
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Cologne, Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 221 806-5210
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