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Netwrix Introduces Advanced AI Governance Tools for Hybrid Microsoft Environments

In an era where data security is paramount, Netwrix has unveiled exciting new features in its 1Secure™ SaaS platform, addressing the complex needs of hybrid Microsoft environments. The innovations focus on enhancing monitoring, protecting identities, and optimizing AI integrations, effectively tackling urgent security challenges faced by organizations today.

According to Grady Summers, CEO of Netwrix, the rapid expansion of AI technologies has led to a surge in identity-related vulnerabilities, with organizations seeing breach rates as high as 43% when AI scales identity access without adequate governance. The primary challenge lies in the speed at which AI adds identities and accesses data, leaving security teams struggling to keep pace. Netwrix aims to flip this script by employing AI to continuously monitor these changes, enabling IT and security teams to swiftly identify and rectify potential risks while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Particularly noteworthy is the integration of Microsoft Copilot, which is designed to streamline workflows but often inherits existing access permissions without thorough auditing. As such, organizations frequently lack visibility into where sensitive data resides and which identities possess excessive privileges. This lack of oversight can pose significant security risks, often revealed only during audits—or worse, after a breach has occurred.

Rory Cooksey, VP of Brand Business Development at WheelHouse IT, emphasized that AI technologies are creating newfound urgency around data exposure, prompting customers to seek immediate answers and reduce risks effectively. With the 1Secure platform, businesses can manage access to sensitive data continuously and deliver these solutions as a repeatable service instead of a one-off project. This approach not only mitigates risks but also simplifies data governance across the board.

The latest enhancements to the 1Secure platform build on features like Copilot activity monitoring and risk assessments, now focusing on improved visibility and speed in data governance. Here are some notable capabilities:

• - Netwrix Neo™: A conversational AI assistant that delivers alerts to security teams in an easily digestible format, outlining significant incidents and directing focus where it's needed most.
• - Sensitive Data Posture Dashboard: Provides a centralized visual overview of data risks, featuring heat maps, trend analyses, and behavioral insights, all in one comprehensive view.
• - 200+ PingCastle-Powered Checks: Conduct thorough evaluations across Active Directory and various data sources, allowing organizations to uncover and address exposure gaps with AI-driven recommendations.
• - Group Policy (GPO) Auditing: Offers insights that help detect potentially risky configuration changes before they undermine overall security posture.
• - Windows Server Activity Reporting: Supplies near real-time alerts and detailed reports concerning system changes, services, DNS, DHCP, and more.

Netwrix 1Secure not only enhances visibility and continuous monitoring but also allows organizations to perform an initial risk assessment within an hour of deployment. Pricing for these essential security solutions starts at an accessible $22 per identity per year, positioning it competitively for organizations of varying sizes.

Currently, the platform extends support to popular environments like Active Directory and Entra ID, as well as data sources such as SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Windows File Servers, and SQL Server. To explore how Netwrix 1Secure can fortify your organization's data governance, you can start a free trial or request a demo at their official website.

Netwrix continues its commitment to securing identities and data in an increasingly complex digital landscape. With robust offerings and a proven track record, the company serves over 13,000 clients globally, including about 25% of the Fortune 500, achieving an impressive 95% customer satisfaction rate. Whether you're seeking to improve your data governance strategy or enhance your organization's security posture, Netwrix provides a scalable solution designed for today's hybrid and AI-driven environments.

For insights or further information about Netwrix and its offerings, interested parties can reach out to their media contacts, Natalie Reina or Dzmitry Varennikau, through the provided channels. With innovative AI governance tools, Netwrix is poised to assist organizations in navigating the complexities of data security and compliance efficiently.