ManageEngine ADAudit Plus vs. Fortinet Comparison


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About ADAudit Plus helps keep your Windows Server ecosystem secure and compliant by providing full visibility into all activities. ADAudit Plus provides a clear picture of all changes made to your AD resources including AD objects and their attributes, group policy, and more. AD auditing helps detect and respond to insider threat, privilege misuse, and other indicators of compromise, and in short, strengthens your organization's security posture. Gain granular visibility into everything that resides in AD, including objects such as users, computers, groups, OUs, GPOs, schema, and sites, along with their attributes. Audit user management actions including creation, deletion, password resets, and permission changes, along with details on who did what, when, and from where. Keep track of when users are added or removed from security and distribution groups to ensure that users have the bare minimum privileges.		About Fortinet is a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, known for its comprehensive and integrated approach to safeguarding digital networks, devices, and applications. Founded in 2000, Fortinet provides a wide range of products and services, including firewalls, endpoint protection, intrusion prevention systems, and secure access solutions. At the core of its offerings is the Fortinet Security Fabric, a unified platform that seamlessly integrates security tools to deliver visibility, automation, and real-time threat intelligence across the entire network. Trusted by businesses, governments, and service providers worldwide, Fortinet emphasizes innovation, scalability, and performance, ensuring robust defense against evolving cyber threats while supporting digital transformation and business continuity.
Platforms Supported Windows Mac Linux Cloud On-Premises iPhone iPad Android Chromebook		Platforms Supported Windows Mac Linux Cloud On-Premises iPhone iPad Android Chromebook
Audience Companies that need an Active Directory auditing solution		Audience Organizations interested in a powerful and comprehensive cybersecurity platform
Support Phone Support 24/7 Live Support Online		Support Phone Support 24/7 Live Support Online
API Offers API		API Offers API
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Pricing $595.00/year Professional edition starts at $945 per year Free Version Free Trial		Pricing No information available. Free Version Free Trial
Reviews/Ratings Overall 4.7 / 5 ease 4.8 / 5 features 4.7 / 5 design 4.3 / 5 support 4.7 / 5 Read all reviews		Reviews/Ratings Overall 5.0 / 5 ease 5.0 / 5 features 5.0 / 5 design 5.0 / 5 support 5.0 / 5 Read all reviews
Pros from Real Users Pros ManageEngine ADAudit Plus delivers comprehensive auditing and tracking of Active Directory, Azure AD, file servers, Windows servers, and domain controllers. It captures detailed logs of user activity such as logons/logoffs, changes to user accounts, group modifications, and permissions changes — all in real time. Built-in dashboards and pre-configured compliance reports (PCI DSS, HIPAA, SOX, GDPR, etc.) make audit readiness much easier. Alerts can be configured for critical events (suspicious logins, privilege escalations, policy changes), helping security teams respond quickly. The ability to search historical audit logs and export reports helps with forensic investigations and troubleshooting. 1. Excellent Real‑Time Active Directory Auditing 2. Intuitive, Easy‑to‑Use Interface 3. Good File Server & Windows Server Auditing 4. Clear Audit Trails for Investigations The UBA-driven alerts are standout; they flagged an unusual volume of folder permission changes that we would’ve missed. Also, the "Before" and "After" GPO value comparison is a huge time-saver. ManageEngine AD Audit Plus is a real-time Active Directory auditing and reporting solution that helps us to track user activity, monitor changes and ensure compliance. ManageEngine AD Audit Plus supports auditing across Active Directory, file servers, windows servers, workstation, Azure AD. ManageEngine AD Audit Plus maintains historical audit trails useful foe investigation and compliance audits. We can customize real-time alerts via email/SMS for suspicious activity. ManageEngine ADAudit Plus offers real-time Active Directory monitoring with instant alerts, a user-friendly interface, and extensive built-in compliance reports for regulations like GDPR and HIPAA. It integrates smoothly with existing systems, helping organizations improve security and meet audit requirements efficiently. ADAudit Plus provides real-time auditing of user logins, AD changes, and file access events. It helps detect unauthorized activities and supports compliance with standards like SOX, HIPAA, and GDPR. Offers predefined, customizable reports and alerting for quick incident response. Easy-to-use interface with detailed activity insights and audit trails.		Pros & Cons from Real Users Pros Fortinet’s security features are highly advanced, particularly its firewalls and threat intelligence capabilities, which effectively detect and mitigate risks in real-time. The user interface is intuitive, and the solution integrates seamlessly into existing IT environments, reducing the complexity of implementation. Additionally, the company’s commitment to constant updates ensures robust protection against emerging threats. Cons While Fortinet is a powerful solution, some features can be complex for beginners to fully leverage without proper training. Additionally, premium support services can be pricey, although the quality of assistance is high. These minor drawbacks do not overshadow the platform’s overall excellence.
Training Documentation Webinars Live Online In Person		Training Documentation Webinars Live Online In Person
Company Information Zoho Founded: 1996 India www.manageengine.com/products/active-directory-audit/active-directory-auditing-solutions.html		Company Information Fortinet Founded: 2000 United States www.fortinet.com
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Categories Audit Cloud Security Compliance File Integrity Monitoring HIPAA Compliance Log Analysis Network Detection and Response (NDR) PCI Compliance SIEM User Activity Monitoring (UAM) User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)		Categories AI Cybersecurity AIOps Anti-Phishing Application Delivery Controllers (ADC) Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) Cloud Management Cloud Security Cloud-Native Application Protection Platforms (CNAPP) Cybersecurity Data Loss Prevention Deception Technology Digital Experience Monitoring Digital Risk Protection (DRP) DNS Security Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Endpoint Protection Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Firewall Identity and Access Management (IAM) Identity Management Incident Response IoT Security Load Balancing Managed Detection and Response (MDR) Network Detection and Response (NDR) Network Security Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Operational Technology (OT) Security Privileged Access Management Sandbox SD-WAN Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) Secure Email Gateway Secure Web Gateways Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR) SIEM Threat Hunting Web Application Firewalls (WAF) Zero Trust Security
Cloud Security Features Antivirus Application Security Behavioral Analytics Encryption Endpoint Management Incident Management Intrusion Detection System Threat Intelligence Two-Factor Authentication Vulnerability Management SIEM Features Application Security Behavioral Analytics Compliance Reporting Endpoint Management File Integrity Monitoring Forensic Analysis Log Management Network Monitoring Real Time Monitoring Threat Intelligence User Activity Monitoring Show More Features Audit Features Alerts / Notifications Audit Planning Compliance Management Dashboard Exceptions Management Forms Management Issue Management Mobile Access Multi-Year Planning Risk Assessment Workflow Management
Integrations A10 Defend Threat Control AWS Marketplace Abstract Security Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Range Cydarm Daylight Dragos Platform EndaceProbe FortiADC FortiAIOps FortiAnalyzer Fortinet SD-WAN Fortinet Security Fabric Fydelia Nautobot Oracle Cloud Marketplace SentryWire VORXOC emma Show More Integrations View All 3 Integrations		Integrations A10 Defend Threat Control AWS Marketplace Abstract Security Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Range Cydarm Daylight Dragos Platform EndaceProbe FortiADC FortiAIOps FortiAnalyzer Fortinet SD-WAN Fortinet Security Fabric Fydelia Nautobot Oracle Cloud Marketplace SentryWire VORXOC emma Show More Integrations View All 37 Integrations
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