Active Directory Under Siege: Security Lessons from the Frontlines

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | 9:45AM–10:30AM CT | EDUCAUSE Commons, Cybersecurity & Privacy Central, Poster Area
Session Type: Poster Session
Delivery Format: Poster

Explore the critical settings and configurations that can protect your environment from ransomware attacks. Drawing from real-world experiences, we will reveal the techniques attackers use to exploit Active Directory and how overlooked settings could have prevented breaches. Learn practical steps you can implement immediately, without needing additional purchases or third-party software.

Presenters

  • Bala Kappagantula

    Director, Enterprise Applications, San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

  • Erik Potzmann

    Senior Consultant, Ferrilli

Resources & Downloads

  • Poster

    Updated on 10/22/2025

  • Handout

    Updated on 10/22/2025