What type of credentials are required for AD Sync in Sophos Central?

For Active Directory (AD) Sync in Sophos Central, the correct type of credentials required are service account credentials. Service accounts are designed specifically for automated processes and services, enabling the synchronization of users and groups from an Active Directory environment to Sophos Central.

The use of a service account enhances security because it limits the permissions and actions that the account can perform in the AD environment, compared to user or domain admin accounts. These accounts typically have the necessary read access to information in Active Directory without granting excessive permissions that could be misused. This approach minimizes security risks and ensures that the synchronization process runs smoothly while adhering to the principle of least privilege.

By utilizing service account credentials, organizations can manage their synchronization in a way that is both effective and secure, enabling better oversight of the user management process in Sophos Central.