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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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Top 5 Outlook Web Access (OWA) tips of 2008
Based on your views, here are the top five Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA) tips of 2008. Discover how to customize an OWA authentication logon, fix message size limits, repair damaged virtual directories and more with this collection of top tips. The Year in Review
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How to improve Outlook Web Access (OWA) security
Two big Outlook Web Access security issues are email attachments and OWA user authentication. Get tips on how to improve Outlook Web Access security here. Fast Guide
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Configuring SSL for Exchange Server 2003
Because OWA is installed by default with Exchange 2003, configuring SSL encryption is necessary to provide secure communications. This tip looks at the steps required to use SSL. Tutorial
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Spammers hijack authentication mechanisms to send malware
Content filtering provider AppRiver reports an attack gaining momentum by using trusted systems to push malware before anyone notices. Article | 15 May 2006
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SSL security
The following is tip #2 from "8 Exchange 2003 security tips in 8 minutes." Article | 30 Sep 2004
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Kerberos authentication
The following is tip #3 from "8 Exchange 2003 security tips in 8 minutes." Article | 30 Sep 2004
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Obtaining and verifying SSL certificates in Exchange Server
Many security features in Exchange Server rely on SSL. Obtaining trusted certificates can tighten security and boost performance for SSL-based applications, including OWA and Exchange mobile devices. Tip
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Create a secure Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA) redirect page
Incorrectly typing the URL for your Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA) page will result in an error message. Because users may mistakenly type HTTP instead of HTTPS to access OWA, you can easily create an OWA redirect page that doesn't sacrifice secu... Tip
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OWA won't load after applying Exchange 2007 SP1 security patch
Microsoft's security patch, Update Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2007 SP1, can break the Client Access server. When this occurs, logging into Outlook Web Access (OWA) returns a blank screen. Find out how to fix this OWA issue and also how to avoid fut... Tip
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Minimize remote and mobile Outlook Web Access (OWA) security risks
Get tips on securing Outlook Web Access (OWA) for mobile users such as setting up a dedicated virtual OS and creating strict group policies to lock down IE. Tip
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Alleviate Outlook Web Access (OWA) email attachment security issues
Outlook Web Access email attachments are often exposed to unauthorized users. Learn about an OWA add-in that helps secure and manage email file attachments. Tip
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How to customize OWA authentication logon in Exchange Server 2003
In Exchange 2003, OWA authentication requires, by default, a domain name and username to log on. Learn how to customize the OWA logon to avoid this hassle. Tip
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Automated redirects to OWA directories may fail when SSL is enforced
Find out why automatic redirects to OWA directories may fail when SSL is enforced, and learn about a technique that will allow redirects to SSL-enabled OWA directories. Tip
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Configure Windows Mobile devices to local wipe after failed logons
Learn how to configure security policies on a Windows Mobile device to local wipe Exchange Server data after several failed logon attempts have occurred. Tip
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How to set up an SSL certificate to encrypt OWA and ActiveSync traffic
Learn step-by-step how to set up Windows 2003 as a certificate authority, create an SSL certificate and encrypt email traffic for OWA and Exchange ActiveSync. Tip
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Error: 'The name of the security certificate is invalid or does not match the name of the site'
When Microsoft Outlook 2007 users connect to an Exchange 2007 server, they may experience the error: The name of the security certificate is invalid or does not match the name of the site. Find out the cause of this problem and how to fix it. Tip
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Is NTLM a smart way to authenticate to Exchange Server 2010?
Microsoft discontinued support for NTLM in Exchange 2010 RTM, then reinstated it in Exchange 2010 SP1. But is it a good way to authenticate to Exchange? Answer
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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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Why does a security alert pop up when accessing Outlook Web Access?
Find out how to prevent security alerts when users access Outlook Web Access (OWA) from Internet Explorer. Ask the Expert
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Password authentication works for OWA but fails for Microsoft Outlook
You can access your mailbox via Outlook Web Access, but not through Microsoft Outlook. SearchExchange.com expert Brad Dinerman explains how to determine whether this is a user account, desktop profile or workstation issue. Ask the Expert
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Eliminate username and password prompt when opening Microsoft Outlook
Learn how to configure Exchange Server to avoid receiving username and password prompts each time Microsoft Outlook is opened. Ask the Expert
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Access public folder calendars published on the Internet without prompting for login
SearchExchange.com expert David Sengupta explains how an admin can publish public folder calendars on the Internet for users to access, without prompting for a login. Ask the Expert
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Setting up an SSL certificate for OWA without a public IP address
Learn how to set up a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificate for Outlook Web Access (OWA) without having a public IP address. Ask the Expert
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Microsoft Outlook authentication fails on one workstation
Get help troubleshooting Microsoft Outlook authentication problems that occur on only one workstation in the Exchange Server domain. Ask the Expert
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Troubleshooting Outlook Web Access user login issues
Discover a three-tier approach to troubleshooting why a user is able to access his Exchange Server mailbox via Microsoft Outlook, but can't log in through Outlook Web Access. Ask the Expert
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Exchange server not able to authenticate new user credentials
Get troubleshooting advice on how to pinpoint why a new user's name and profile cannot be authenticated by Exchange Server, starting with a look at the Recipient Update Service and the Exchange address list as possible culprits. Ask the Expert
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Vouch by Reference (VBR)
Vouch By Reference (VBR) is a protocol for adding third-party certification to email. The first part of the protocol requires the sender to add information to their email header by creating a field called VBR-Info. Definition
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Is NTLM a smart way to authenticate to Exchange Server 2010?
Microsoft discontinued support for NTLM in Exchange 2010 RTM, then reinstated it in Exchange 2010 SP1. But is it a good way to authenticate to Exchange? Answer
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Vouch by Reference (VBR)
Vouch By Reference (VBR) is a protocol for adding third-party certification to email. The first part of the protocol requires the sender to add information to their email header by creating a field called VBR-Info. Definition
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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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Obtaining and verifying SSL certificates in Exchange Server
Many security features in Exchange Server rely on SSL. Obtaining trusted certificates can tighten security and boost performance for SSL-based applications, including OWA and Exchange mobile devices. Tip
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Top 5 Outlook Web Access (OWA) tips of 2008
Based on your views, here are the top five Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA) tips of 2008. Discover how to customize an OWA authentication logon, fix message size limits, repair damaged virtual directories and more with this collection of top tips. The Year in Review
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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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Create a secure Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA) redirect page
Incorrectly typing the URL for your Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA) page will result in an error message. Because users may mistakenly type HTTP instead of HTTPS to access OWA, you can easily create an OWA redirect page that doesn't sacrifice secu... Tip
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Why does a security alert pop up when accessing Outlook Web Access?
Find out how to prevent security alerts when users access Outlook Web Access (OWA) from Internet Explorer. Ask the Expert
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OWA won't load after applying Exchange 2007 SP1 security patch
Microsoft's security patch, Update Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2007 SP1, can break the Client Access server. When this occurs, logging into Outlook Web Access (OWA) returns a blank screen. Find out how to fix this OWA issue and also how to avoid fut... Tip
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Minimize remote and mobile Outlook Web Access (OWA) security risks
Get tips on securing Outlook Web Access (OWA) for mobile users such as setting up a dedicated virtual OS and creating strict group policies to lock down IE. Tip
- See More: All on User Authentication for Microsoft Outlook and OWA
About User Authentication for Microsoft Outlook and OWA
User authentication for Microsoft Outlook and Outlook Web Access (OWA) is vital to Microsoft Exchange Server email security. Find out how to properly authenticate users, troubleshoot user authentication issues, and enforce authentication security policies with these tips and tutorials.