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Lock down direct file access and protect OWA users
Built-in OWA security features may not be enough to secure direct file access. If you can't disable the feature, what's the next best security measure? Tutorial
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Unsecured devices worry IT professionals
IT admins keep working to make networks secure even as more unsecured personal gadgets, like smart phones and BlackBerrys, find their way into companies. Article | 26 Sep 2006
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Multiple new Sober variants spy on passwords
AV firms say the latest Sober worms drop malicious files onto the computers to fetch access codes. Article | 18 Nov 2005
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Messaging security pros get back to basics
Messaging pros are focusing their security efforts on patching infrastructure holes, identity management and good old fashioned password maintenance. News | 12 May 2005
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New password auditing tool crosses platforms
@stake's upgraded LC 5 is an automated password auditing and recovery application for Windows and UNIX. Article | 13 Jul 2004
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Six commonly overlooked Exchange security vulnerabilities
Think you’re taking the steps needed to fully secure Exchange? Think again. Tip
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Exposing SMTP and IMAP’s security vulnerabilities in Exchange Server
Even though SMTP and IMAP have built-in features to protect Exchange’s external mail transmissions, both protocols are still susceptible to security vulnerabilities. See how easily both can be compromised. Tip
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Protecting Outlook Web Access from keystroke loggers
Outlook Web Access is extremely vulnerable to keystroke loggers. This tip discusses the various methods available for protecting OWA against keystroke loggers, as well as their pros and cons. It then explores more secure alternatives to OWA that stil... Tip
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Third-party tools to crack Windows passwords
Find out about seven third-party tools, ranging from freeware to commercial software, that can assist in cracking your passwords on a Windows 2000 machine. Tip
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Passphrases and Exchange security
Passphrases, as opposed to passwords, are getting renewed attention in IT circles as a way to toughen security. Learn about their pros and cons to decide if they're right for you. Tip
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8 Exchange 2003 security tips in 8 minutes
"8 Exchange 2003 security tips in 8 minutes" is excerpted from a chapter in David McAmis and Don Jones' book, Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Delta Guide Tip
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Security 'to-do' list
For a short list on how to protect your servers and messaging environment from attacks, read this Tip. Tip
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You can change passwords through Outlook Web Access
If you are confident your security is robust, you can enable password-changing through OWA. Here's how. Tip
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Password expires in '0 days'
Ever encountered password expiration problems with Outlook Web Access? This tip will help you figure out why this happens and how to solve the problem. Tip
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Prepare users for Outlook Web Access
If you're using Outlook Web Access with Exchange Server 5.0 or higher and Windows 2000 Server, then your users need to know what to expect when they log on for the first time. Tip
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Four reasons why Outlook passwords are not being saved
There are several potential reasons why your users’ Outlook passwords for Exchange are not being stored. Our expert examines the top four and their fixes. Answer
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Exchange user doesn't have to enter a password when logging on
If an Exchange user doesn't need to enter a password when logging on, is it a problem? Learn the difference between implicit and explicit logon behavior. Ask the Expert
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Configure a POP3 connector to receive external email on SBS 2003
Find out how to configure your POP3 connector and external email server to receive email on Windows Small Business Server (SBS) 2003 with Exchange 2003. Ask the Expert
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Manage user rights and access to Outlook Web Access (OWA) mailboxes
Configure Exchange System Manager settings to limit Outlook Web Access (OWA) mailbox access on Exchange 2003 so users must enter a username and password. Ask the Expert
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Creating one password for both local and Microsoft Outlook user accounts
SearchExchange.com expert Richard Luckett explains how to create a single password for both local and Microsoft Outlook accounts in a forest with one root domain and several child domains. Ask the Expert
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'Error: Domain not available' after password change
Discover the possible causes behind the error, 'Domain not available,' after a user password change. Ask the Expert
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Securing Exchange mailboxes from internal attacks
Learn important steps to securing your Microsoft Exchange mailboxes from internal password guessing attempts and dictionary attacks. Ask the Expert
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Password prompt when attempting to view a replicated public folder
If a user is being prompted for a password when trying to access a replicated Exchange public folder, you could be dealing with an information store permission problem, rather than a directory or client permissions (a.k.a. folder rights) problem. Sea... Ask the Expert
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Loophole for relaying spammers
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Protecting organization permissions
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Analyzing Exchange Server security risks and vulnerabilities
Knowing which security risks and threats can harm your Exchange Server environment is great, but having a plan in place to combat them is even better. Podcast
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Four reasons why Outlook passwords are not being saved
There are several potential reasons why your users’ Outlook passwords for Exchange are not being stored. Our expert examines the top four and their fixes. Answer
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Six commonly overlooked Exchange security vulnerabilities
Think you’re taking the steps needed to fully secure Exchange? Think again. Tip
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Exposing SMTP and IMAP’s security vulnerabilities in Exchange Server
Even though SMTP and IMAP have built-in features to protect Exchange’s external mail transmissions, both protocols are still susceptible to security vulnerabilities. See how easily both can be compromised. Tip
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Analyzing Exchange Server security risks and vulnerabilities
Knowing which security risks and threats can harm your Exchange Server environment is great, but having a plan in place to combat them is even better. Podcast
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Exchange user doesn't have to enter a password when logging on
If an Exchange user doesn't need to enter a password when logging on, is it a problem? Learn the difference between implicit and explicit logon behavior. Ask the Expert
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Lock down direct file access and protect OWA users
Built-in OWA security features may not be enough to secure direct file access. If you can't disable the feature, what's the next best security measure? Tutorial
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Configure a POP3 connector to receive external email on SBS 2003
Find out how to configure your POP3 connector and external email server to receive email on Windows Small Business Server (SBS) 2003 with Exchange 2003. Ask the Expert
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Manage user rights and access to Outlook Web Access (OWA) mailboxes
Configure Exchange System Manager settings to limit Outlook Web Access (OWA) mailbox access on Exchange 2003 so users must enter a username and password. Ask the Expert
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Unsecured devices worry IT professionals
IT admins keep working to make networks secure even as more unsecured personal gadgets, like smart phones and BlackBerrys, find their way into companies. Article
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Protecting Outlook Web Access from keystroke loggers
Outlook Web Access is extremely vulnerable to keystroke loggers. This tip discusses the various methods available for protecting OWA against keystroke loggers, as well as their pros and cons. It then explores more secure alternatives to OWA that stil... Tip
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About Microsoft Exchange Server Password Management
Resetting forgotten user logon passwords, managing password changes and protecting Exchange Server, Microsoft Outlook, Outlook Web Access and mobile devices from password hacking and cracking attempts are par for the course for most email and messaging administrators. These tips and tutorials provide technical advice and best practices to help with the email password-management process.