How to monitor Microsoft 365: Observing AD FS
Blog post from New Relic
The blog post focuses on the importance of monitoring Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) within Microsoft 365 environments, highlighting its role in secure identity and access management as organizations transition to cloud operations. It emphasizes the critical need for validating AD FS certificates and ensuring the availability of metadata exchange documents to maintain a secure and reliable single sign-on experience. The post provides detailed instructions on setting up monitoring through New Relic's infrastructure agent, including deploying specific configurations and scripts to proactively detect and address potential security issues. By leveraging these tools and practices, organizations can enhance their AD FS implementation, ensuring uninterrupted authentication processes and fortifying the overall security of their Microsoft 365 ecosystem.