Security

Update-Module dbatools Authenticode Issuer Error

Chrissy LeMaire

TLDR: This error is expected and the change is legitimate. To update, switch to Install-Module, then slap on the -SkipPublisherCheck and -Force parameters and continue your update. Install-Module dbatools -Force -SkipPublisherCheck I’ve always been very proud that dbatools is Code Signed like a “real” application. These certs prove the identity of the creator and help prevent tampering. The certificates cost a bunch of money and are hard to obtain. You gotta send in tons of paperwork, including your passport and business papers.

Talking to Your Security Team About PowerShell and dbatools

Chrissy LeMaire

Last year, during our PASS Summit and SQL Bits precons, we highlighted the reasons that PowerShell is even more secure than GUI administration. I even created a cute lil logo for it 😊 Recently, our team had a discussion about security in #dbatools-dev and I realized I should probably highlight why PowerShell and dbatools are ideal for every organization, including security-minded organizations. If you’re questioned about PowerShell or dbatools, here are some handy facts to help prove we can help make your administration more, not less, secure.

New Release - Schwifty - All About SPNs

Drew Furgiuele

These commands were updated Feb 8, 2017 (v0.8.709) to incorporate feedback ❤️ Right, so the first thing you need to know is: I’m not Chrissy. My name’s Drew, and I’m here tell you about an exciting new release of dbatools: schwifty! In this release we’ve added three new commands to help you manage SPNs for SQL Server Kerberos authentication. If you have a lot of linked servers in your environment, then this is probably a welcome addition to the toolset for you.

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