Data Bites

RADIUS security news and updates from the Cloud RADIUS team.

What Is a Linux RADIUS Server?

It's important to understand that not all RADIUS solutions are the same, let's compare and contrast Linux RADIUS vs. other solutions.

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RadSec vs RADIUS: What’s the difference?

When it comes to network infrastructure, there can be a lot of confusion over all the different terminology and protocols. It’s common for people to get bogged down by jargon, making it difficult to understand exactly what things actually mean in a practical sense.

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A Stepwise Guide to Integrate Azure AD With RADIUS and PKI

In a bid to keep up with the rapid expansion of cloud computing, Microsoft rolled out Azure AD so their clients are able to migrate their AD-domain environments to the cloud. Cloud-based solutions are on the rise because of improved security measures, reduced costs, and increased versatility compared to on-prem solutions. While Azure AD is […]

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Is LDAP Outdated For Today’s Cloud Environment?

Due to the difficulties of on-prem LDAP, many IT admins are looking for cloud-hosted LDAP alternatives they can take advantage of. Let’s take a look at some of the options available.

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802.1X Authentication With EAP-MD5 Is Insecure

In November 2022, the French data protection authority (CNIL) announced that it had issued a fine of over $600,000 against a French energy company (EDF). The findings stated that the energy company failed to handle customers’ data reliably. The regulator also found that user credentials were stored and protected with an MD5 hash declared cryptographically […]

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2022 Security Analysis of PEAP-MSCHAPv2

The authentication protocol you use determines the strength of your organization’s security against the soaring number of cyberattacks these days. A protocol heavily dependent on passwords is always vulnerable to various cyberattacks. Even Microsoft Exchange has warned finance personnel to minimize the use of passwords as hackers easily target them during authentication for spray attacks. […]

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