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The #1 Ransomware Target
Active Directory (AD) is the nervous system of your IT environment. It controls access to every user, every server, and every file. Because of this, it is the first target every attacker. If they compromise AD, they own the network. Unfortunately, most AD environments are 10–20 years old, filled with legacy settings, forgotten admin accounts, and "temporary" permissions that act as open doors for ransomware.
The Solution: View Your Network Through an Attacker's Eyes
We do not just check if your servers are patching. We perform an assessment through the lens of a sophisticated adversary. We map the hidden relationships and "Attack Paths" that standard audits miss—the subtle misconfigurations that allow a hacker to jump from a Receptionist’s PC to the Domain Controller in three steps.
How We Help
We utilize advanced "Red Team" tooling (such as BloodHound) to visualize the shortest path to total compromise. We identify dangerous trusts, weak encryption protocols, and over-privileged service accounts. Then, we help you close these paths, ensuring that even if a single computer is breached, the attacker cannot seize control of the entire company.
Core Capabilities
Attack Path Mapping (BloodHound)
We visualize the hidden relationships between users and computers to discover toxic combinations of permissions that grant unintended administrative access.
Privileged Account Review
We hunt for "Shadow Admins"—users who are not in the Admin group but possess dangerous rights (like "Reset Password") over high-value targets.
Kerberoasting & AS-REP Roasting Detection
We identify service accounts with weak encryption that are vulnerable to offline password cracking—a favorite technique of modern ransomware groups.
Legacy Protocol Auditing
We locate systems still using outdated protocols like NTLMv1 or SMBv1, which are trivial for attackers to intercept and exploit.
Hybrid Identity Review (Entra ID)
If you sync to the cloud, we check the bridge. We ensure that a compromise in your on-premise AD cannot be used to take over your Microsoft 365 cloud environment.
Key Benefits
Stop Lateral Movement Ransomware relies on spreading from machine to machine. By hardening AD, we build blast walls that contain an infection to a single device, preventing a company-wide outage.
Eliminate Technical Debt AD environments accumulate "junk" over decades. We help you safely identify and remove stale users, empty groups, and expired service accounts that clutter your security posture.
Satisfy Cyber Insurance Insurers are increasingly demanding proof of AD security (like MFA enforcement and privileged access management) before issuing policies. This assessment provides the roadmap to compliance.
Protect Your Cloud In a hybrid world, on-prem security is cloud security. By securing your on-premise Active Directory, you prevent attackers from pivoting upwards to steal cloud data and email.
What Does a SecureIT Penetration Test Report Include?
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We share a redacted sample report and our full testing methodology so you know exactly what to expect — the format, depth, and actionability of every deliverable.
- Redacted sample penetration test report with real findings
- Step-by-step methodology document for your service type
- Example severity ratings, CVSS scores, and remediation steps
- Executive summary format used by our clients for board reporting
FAQ
What is an Active Directory security assessment?
It is a technical review of your AD environment. We look for misconfigurations, excessive permissions, stale accounts, and attack paths that could allow an attacker to reach domain admin. The output is a prioritized list of findings your team can act on immediately.
How long does the assessment take?
Most engagements run one to two weeks, depending on the size and complexity of your environment. We schedule a scoping call before we start so there are no surprises.
Does the assessment cause downtime or disrupt normal operations?
No. The assessment is read-only and passive. We do not make changes to your environment during the engagement.
What does the final report include?
You receive a full findings report with severity ratings, affected objects (users, groups, GPOs), and step-by-step remediation guidance. We also include an executive summary for leadership and a remediation tracker spreadsheet.
Who typically needs an AD assessment?
Any organization running Windows servers in a corporate environment. It is especially relevant before a cyber insurance renewal, after a merger or acquisition, or as part of a zero-trust migration project.
Do you cover Azure AD and hybrid environments?
Yes. We assess on-premise Active Directory, Azure AD (Entra ID), and hybrid configurations, including trust relationships and sync settings that are commonly misconfigured.
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All engagements are carried out manually by our certified team. No automated scanning, no offshore delivery.
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SecureIT delivers manual penetration testing across networks, web applications, mobile apps, APIs, and Active Directory. Our team is based in Reykjavík, Iceland and works with clients globally.