AD risk assessment

Netwrix PingCastle

Netwrix PingCastle enables the detection of misconfigurations and hidden vulnerabilities in Active Directory and Entra ID. The solution helps identify weak points before they can be exploited by attackers as entry vectors.

Netwrix PingCastle provides visibility into the security posture of hybrid AD environments and offers step-by-step guidance for effectively resolving issues, strengthening protection against the ever-growing identity-related threat landscape.

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    150+

    indicators for Active Directory security posture

    200+

    cross-references between MITRE ATT&CK® and ANSSI

    20000+

    domains spanning 46 countries

    Gain control, reduce risk: Identify vulnerabilities in Active Directory

    Full Visibility into the AD EnvironmentRisk Identification and PrioritizationSecurity Gap RemediationContinuous Monitoring and Improvement

    Full Visibility into the AD Environment
    The entire domain structure is mapped, including overlooked or unauthorized configurations that may introduce security risks.
    Blind spots are eliminated, enabling full control over the identity infrastructure.

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    Risk Identification and Prioritization
    A detailed overview of vulnerabilities within Active Directory is provided, covering misconfigurations and excessive privilege assignments. Risks are aligned with MITRE ATT&CK™ and ANSSI frameworks and scored to support prioritization.

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    Security Gap Remediation
    The AD attack surface is reduced through targeted remediation actions. Structured recommendations guide the resolution of high-risk vulnerabilities, reinforcing identity protection.

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    Continuous Monitoring and Improvement
    Netwrix PingCastle is executed weekly across domains to detect new risks and trust relationships. Progress and improvements in the security score are tracked to ensure sustained AD protection.

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    Main capabilities

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    Active Directory Healthcheck Report

    Provides detailed visibility into the hybrid AD security posture, with risk scoring aligned to MITRE ATT&CK™ and ANSSI frameworks to support prioritized remediation.

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    Active Directory Map

    Displays a visual representation of domain relationships, trust configurations, and potential attack paths, accompanied by health scores to highlight weak areas in the AD environment.

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    Risk Remediation Tracking

    Tracks the progress of remediation activities, ensuring that identified risks are being addressed in a timely manner to reduce the AD attack surface.

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    Historical Data and Trend Analysis

    Delivers insights into long-term AD security trends, helping to pinpoint areas for improvement and inform decisions aimed at strengthening defenses.

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    Multi-Domain Audit
    and Risk Tracking

    Security risks across multiple domains are centrally tracked and managed, with access to detailed audit timelines and risk reports for both AD and Entra ID environments.

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    Scheduled Scans

    Automates AD scanning for continuous monitoring and timely updates on emerging risks, maintaining a proactive security posture without manual intervention.