In today’s diverse IT environments, users and administrators often need to manage multiple accounts across different systems, increasing operational complexity and posing significant security and compliance risks. BeyondTrust AD Bridge is a powerful solution that extends the capabilities of Microsoft Active Directory—including authentication, single sign-on (SSO), and Group Policy—to Unix and Linux environments, simplifying cross-platform identity management and access control.
By enabling centralized management for Unix and Linux within an Active Directory infrastructure, BeyondTrust AD Bridge streamlines security processes, enhances compliance, and reduces risks. This solution provides seamless Active Directory compatibility on non-Windows platforms, simplifying authentication, group policy management, and access control processes, while improving the user access experience.
Key Features
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Active Directory Authentication Provides secure access to Unix and Linux systems using Active Directory credentials. Offers comprehensive authentication with support for SSO, LDAP, and Smart Cards. |
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Group Policy Extension Delivers centralized management with group policy settings tailored for Unix and Linux environments, enabling consistent configuration across non-Windows platforms. |
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Auditing and Reporting Monitors all user activities and provides compliance reports, simplifying auditing and reporting through a secure central console. |
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Access Control Defines which systems users can log into through Active Directory and policy settings, ensuring secure access across non-Windows systems. |
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Consolidated Identity Directories Combines multiple authentication systems into a single, Active Directory-based infrastructure, making management simpler and more secure. |
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Simplified Identity Management Provides a single control point for authentication of employees, partners, and third parties, enhancing efficiency in identity management. |
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Extended Unix/Linux Platform Support Ensures compatibility between Active Directory and Unix/Linux platforms, such as RedHat, Solaris, and Ubuntu, offering comprehensive management for heterogeneous environments. |
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Deployment Flexibility Offers a schema-free and efficient deployment model, facilitating identity and access control across platforms with ease. |
