Password resets are often treated as a clean break. A leaked credential is discovered, the password is changed, and risk is assumed to be contained. In hybrid Active Directory (AD) environments that assumption is dangerous. When AD operates alongside... Read More
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Are Rainbow Tables Still Relevant in 2026?
After the recent NTLMv1 rainbow table release, Specops investigates whether rainbow tables are still a relevant threat to organizations. Read More
Marquis Sues SonicWall: What the Lawsuit Reveals About MFA Recovery Risks
In February 2026, Marquis sued SonicWall. Understand the reasons behind the filing and what it means for enterprise security. Read More
Cyber Essentials v3.3: What’s Changing for Identity and Device Security
Cyber Essentials v3.3 will release in April 2026. Understand the new standards and what your organization needs to renew or certify. Read More
Top 3 Threat Actors Targeting the Insurance Industry in 2026
Learn how threat actors target the insurance industry , and what insurers can do to reduce identity-driven risk. Read More
A New Identity for a New Era: The Evolution of Specops
We’re proud to unveil a new brand identity that reflects our values, momentum and growing role in the Outpost24 ecosystem. Read More
How Attackers use Targeted Wordlists in Password Cracking
Learn how cybercriminals use targeted wordlists in password cracking, and how your organization can limit the impact of these attacks. Read More
Infostealer Logs to Identity Exposure: What Real Credential Dumps Reveal
Infostealer logs are everywhere. Learn what data is commonly leaked and how to protect your organization with expert analysis from Specops. Read More
The Romantic Passwords Cybercriminals Love to Use
Romantic passwords appear regularly in breached credential sets. See the most popular terms and how to reduce risk with advice from Specops. Read More
Understanding Cyber Risk in the Insurance Industry
Cyber risk in the insurance industry is growing in 2026. Understand the threats and the identity security controls that reduce risk. Read More