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One Identity Releases Active Roles 8.6 with Security Enhancements

One Identity Releases Active Roles 8.6 with Security Enhancements

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ThreatCluster •November 10, 2026 at 17:21 UTC
  • •Active Roles 8.6 enhances security and administration for Active Directory.
  • •The update addresses a significant security issue in RSTS configuration.
  • •Active Roles is ranked #1 in Active Directory Management by PeerSpot.

One Identity has launched Active Roles 8.6, which includes significant security and administrative enhancements for Active Directory management. This update, released on July 27, 2026, addresses an RSTS configuration security issue and supersedes previous versions (8.3, 8.4, and 8.5). The new version features expanded API capabilities, including a REST API and support for SAML 2.0 federated authentication. The improvements focus on providing a better administrator experience without a visual redesign, maintaining a familiar interface for users. Active Roles is currently ranked #1 in Active Directory Management by PeerSpot, with an 8.5/10 rating based on user reviews. The updates aim to streamline user provisioning, lifecycle management, and account management, reducing manual efforts for administrators. One Identity emphasizes its commitment to trusted identity security for enterprises.

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2026-07-27
Active Roles 8.6 released
One Identity launched Active Roles 8.6 with security enhancements and new API capabilities.
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What security issues does Active Roles 8.6 address?
Active Roles 8.6 fixes an RSTS configuration security issue and improves overall security.
What are the new features in Active Roles 8.6?
The new version includes expanded API capabilities, a REST API, and SAML 2.0 support.
How does Active Roles 8.6 improve the administrator experience?
It offers a configurable UI and consolidates management across Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft 365.