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Strong authentication is essential for remote access to on-premises resources over the public Internet. Using the Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol (PEAP) in combination with user...
View ArticleAlways On VPN NPS and PEAP Vulnerabilities
The February 2023 security updates for Windows Server address multiple vulnerabilities that affect Microsoft Always On VPN administrators. This latest update addresses multiple critical and important...
View ArticleAlways On VPN at MMSMOA 2023
I’m excited to share that I’ve been invited to present at the popular Midwest Management Summit at Mall of America (MMSMOA) this year! The event takes place Monday, May 2, through Thursday, May 4,...
View ArticleAlways On VPN at TechMentor 2023
I’m excited to announce that I’ll be presenting at this year’s TechMentor IT training conference! The event takes place July 17-21, 2023, at the Microsoft headquarters in Redmond, Washington. My...
View ArticleAlways On VPN and the PSPKI PowerShell Module
Certificates are a crucial part of a secure Always On VPN implementation. Certificates are phishing-resistant forms of authentication that, when configured correctly, provide robust and multifactor...
View ArticleAlways On VPN Trusted Network Detection and Native Azure AD Join
Administrators deploying Microsoft Always On VPN are quickly learning that the native Azure Active Directory join (AADJ) model has significant advantages over the more traditional Hybrid Azure AD join...
View ArticleAzure Conditional Access Certificates with SID Information Now Available
I recently wrote about changes to certificate-based authentication affecting Always On VPN implementations. These changes were introduced by Microsoft’s security update KB5014754. When the update is...
View ArticleAlways On VPN July 2023 Security Updates
Hello, Always On VPN administrators! It’s the second Tuesday of the month, so you know what that means. Yes, it’s Patch Tuesday! This month’s security updates include several fixes for vulnerabilities...
View ArticleWindows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 End of Life
I want to remind you of a critical upcoming milestone that may affect your business. In just 60 days, we will reach the end of support for Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2. As of October...
View ArticleMicrosoft Intune Certificate Connector Failure
The Microsoft Intune Certificate Connector enables the provisioning and de-provisioning of on-premises PKI certificates for Intune-managed devices. Always On VPN administrators using Intune to deploy...
View ArticleConsiderations for Always On VPN with Azure VPN Gateway and Virtual WAN
Organizations migrating on-premises applications, data, and infrastructure to the cloud may also consider terminating Always On VPN connections there. Using one of the native Azure VPN services might...
View ArticleMastering Certificates with Intune Training Course
I’m excited to announce I’ll present a three-day LIVE online training event covering all things Microsoft Intune and certificates. This training event takes place on the ViaMonstra online academy May...
View ArticleMicrosoft Intune Cloud PKI and Active Directory
Recently, Microsoft introduced a new PKI-as-a-Service offering called Cloud PKI. This cloud-based PKI can issue and manage certificates to Intune-managed endpoints. Administrators can now deploy user...
View ArticleMicrosoft Intune Cloud PKI
Recently, Microsoft introduced the general availability of its new PKI-as-a-service solution called Microsoft Intune Cloud PKI. Cloud PKI allows administrators to issue and manage user and device...
View ArticleMicrosoft Intune Learning Resources for Always On VPN Administrators
Note: This post has been updated and republished to reflect the return to the Microsoft Intune product name and to include updated learning resources for Always On VPN administrators. Microsoft Intune...
View ArticleMicrosoft Intune Cloud PKI and Certificate Templates
Microsoft recently announced the general availability of its new PKI-as-a-Service platform called Microsoft Intune Cloud PKI. With Intune Cloud PKI, administrators create certification authorities...
View ArticleAlways On VPN Device Tunnel Issues with April 2024 Security Update
Always On VPN administrators may find that their device tunnel connections no longer connect automatically after applying the April 2024 security updates. The device tunnel connection is optional and...
View ArticleWhat’s New in Always On VPN DPC 4.3.1
The latest release of PowerON Platforms’ Always On VPN Dynamic Profile Configurator (DPC), version 4.3.1, is now available for download. This recent update includes fixes for previously known issues....
View ArticleTroubleshooting Intune Failed PKCS Request
Always On VPN administrators deploying on-premises enterprise PKI certificates using Microsoft Intune with PKCS may encounter a scenario where a certificate fails to be issued to a user or device. In...
View ArticleMicrosoft Cloud PKI for Intune SCEP URL
Earlier this year, Microsoft announced Cloud PKI for Intune, a cloud service for issuing and managing digital certificates for Intune-managed endpoints. With Cloud PKI for Intune, administrators no...
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