Organizations still rely on on-premises file servers for cost control, sovereignty, and compatibility, but secure access governance is critical to protect data across hybrid environments. The article outlines five file server best practices, including using groups instead of direct user permissions, following the AGDLP model, relying on NTFS for granular control, preserving inheritance, and enforcing least privilege. #AGDLP #NTFS #tenfold
Keypoints
- File servers remain important in hybrid IT environments for control and cost efficiency.
- Never assign permissions directly to users; use dedicated security groups instead.
- Use the AGDLP model to simplify role-based access management.
- Set share permissions broadly and use NTFS permissions for detailed access control.
- Preserve inheritance and apply the Principle of Least Privilege with regular access reviews.