Securing Privileged Access in Legacy Hybrid Environments

This case study details the security challenges faced by the University of the Pacific in managing its legacy Active Directory (AD) environment. The university required improved visibility and control over its identity infrastructure, which had become complex and difficult to manage due to years of technical debt. The document outlines the university's selection of Silverfort's Identity Security Platform to enhance security for privileged users and service accounts. Key actions included implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) for privileged accounts, improving visibility into service accounts, and monitoring legacy authentication protocols. The university identified and audited over 1,200 service accounts, enforcing MFA for high-risk operations and reducing reliance on outdated protocols. The case study emphasizes the immediate value gained through enhanced visibility, control, and the ability to enforce security policies effectively, ultimately leading to a more secure hybrid environment for the university's diverse academic community.