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Post Date: May 30, 2025

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Microsoft LAPS: A Legacy Option with Limitations

Microsoft’s traditional LAPS offering works well, but only in certain environments. It’s designed for Active Directory (AD) joined workstations that are connected to the office network. That makes it a good fit for older, on-prem setups and a poor choice for hybrid and remote teams, where machines are either off network or joined to Azure AD instead of a traditional domain.

Microsoft Intune LAPS: A Modern Take with Narrow Focus

To address more modern environments, Microsoft introduced Intune LAPS, a feature within its mobile device management (MDM) platform. This version allows local admin password rotation for Intune-enrolled devices, storing credentials securely in Azure AD.

While Intune LAPS is a solid improvement over its legacy counterpart, it’s still limited to local admin passwords on Intune enrolled devices, and requires specific licensing which can make managing multiple client environments expensive.
Intune LAPS also lacks integrations with the tools you use most such as IT Glue or Hudu, making it harder to unify workflows across your team.

CyberQP LAPS: Built for You

CyberQP LAPS goes beyond local admin password management and is built to meet the needs of both MSPs and internal IT teams. In contrast to Microsoft’s solutions, we support both domain joined and non-domain joined workstations. It works for all workstations no matter where they are located in an easy to use SaaS platform that does not require Active Directory.

Key advantages of CyberQP’s solution:

  • Works without Active Directory or Intune
  • Rotates passwords for local, AD, M365/Azure, and service accounts
  • Includes Just-in-Time (JIT) privilege elevation
  • Integrates with tools you already use like IT Glue and Hudu
  • Available through a user-friendly SaaS platform
  • No costly licensing add-ons required

With CyberQP, password rotation is just one part of a larger Zero Trust Platform. Technicians can request access through secure workflows, local admin rights are granted temporarily with full auditability, and passwords are rotated automatically, thus, reducing the risk of misuse and lateral movement.

For growing IT teams looking for flexibility, scalability, and tool consolidation, CyberQP offers a more complete and practical solution. From password rotation and privilege elevation to identity verification and platform integrations, CyberQP is designed to secure modern environments while making life easier for your helpdesk.

Take a tour of our platform.

CyberQP redefines Zero Trust Helpdesk Security with leading-edge Privileged Access Management (PAM) and End-User Access Management (EUAM) solutions. Our platform enables secure elevated access for both technicians and end users, along with robust self-serve and identity verification capabilities. Backed by SOC 2 Type 2 certification, we empower IT professionals to eliminate identity and privileged access security risks, enforce compliance, and enhance operational efficiency. Our mission is simple: “Empowering Access, Redefining Privilege” for help desks around the globe. Learn more at https://cyberqp.com/tours/

Built for Operational Efficiency and Security Readiness

Clean up local admin risk in minutes, not days: CyberQP gives you immediate control over endpoint privileges, helping you eliminate excess admin rights, align UAC settings, and prepare environments for secure elevation at scale.

Operational Efficiency: Skip the scripts. Identify, remove, and manage local admin access and UAC settings directly in CyberQP, saving time while strengthening endpoint security.

PAM Readiness: Privileged access works best when environments are clean. This feature streamlines remediation so elevation policies function as intended.

Security-First: Reduce endpoint risk by eliminating unnecessary admin privileges and enforcing consistent UAC controls without disrupting users or workflows.

Take the Next Step Toward Identity-First Security

Local Admin & UAC Remediation is a critical foundation for enforcing least privilege at the endpoint, but it’s only one part of a broader identity-first strategy.

To learn how identity, verification, and privilege work together to reduce breach risk and improve operational outcomes, download our eBook:

Trust But Verify: The Identity-First Strategy for Real Zero Trust

Discover how to prepare environments, enforce access with confidence, and turn privileged workflows into a security advantage. Ready to see it in action? Schedule a live demo to learn how identity-first controls work across real-world endpoints.