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Re: Self service password reset tools


From: "Dr. Wole Akpose" <wole.akpose () MORGAN EDU>
Date: Thu, 31 Mar 2011 10:25:04 -0400

If you're a Microsoft AD enterprise then I will recommend Microsoft FIM.

This will address not only password self , but also provisioning and support
for business logic implementation and deployment using Microsoft's .NET
languages (vb, c# ).

While not a plug and play solution, FIM is more robust and extensible than
many alternatives I have seen so far.

Moderately costly initially, the long term ROI is worth it for large
organizations.

W. Akpose
On Mar 30, 2011 5:22 PM, "Dan Han/HSC/VCU" <s2dhan () vcu edu> wrote:
Dear list,

I wanted to see if anyone is using self service password reset tools in
your organization, I am particularly interested in implementations for
enterprise directory structures, whether if it is AD, Novell, Open
Directory, or others. If possible, please share your experience of the
tool used. Further, I am interested to find out how are you verifying the
identity of the person performing a password reset. Thank you in advance
for your help.

Best regards,

Dan Han
Information Security Officer
Virginia Commonwealth University


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