The white paper emphasizes the critical role of Active Directory (AD) in managing identities and access to network resources, making it a prime target for cyber attackers. Once adversaries obtain valid credentials, they can impersonate legitimate users, making detection and response challenging. The guide outlines strategies to protect AD before, during, and after a compromise, including hardening configurations, monitoring for suspicious activity, and implementing rapid response measures. Strengthening AD security is essential to safeguard organizational assets and prevent attackers from exploiting this key entry point.

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