One Identity Releases Active Roles 8.6 with Enhanced Security and API Capabilities

ALISO VIEJO, Calif., Nov. 11, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- One Identity has introduced Active Roles 8.6, a significant update to its Active Directory administration tool. This version, released on July 27, 2026, builds on the existing platform with enhanced security features and API capabilities, addressing a specific RSTS configuration security issue. It supersedes versions 8.3, 8.4, and 8.5, incorporating improvements and fixes delivered across the intervening release line.

Active Roles 8.6 is designed to streamline and secure Active Directory management, offering greater authentication flexibility and expanded API access. The new version includes the Active Roles REST API and Redistributable Secure Token Server capabilities, supporting API access and SAML 2.0 federated authentication. These enhancements are intended to provide a more robust and flexible administrator experience, complementing the product's established configurable user interface.

The configurable UI of Active Roles 8.6 allows for tailored administration experiences, making it easier for experienced Active Directory administrators to manage their environments. The tool also supports a consolidated hybrid administration, spanning Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft 365, reducing the need for administrators to switch between separate management environments. Additionally, PowerShell and VBScript support are maintained, ensuring that familiar tools and interaction patterns remain central to the administrator experience.

One Identity's Active Roles has consistently been recognized for its ease of administration. According to PeerSpot, the tool is currently ranked #1 in Active Directory Management, with an 8.5/10 rating based on 92 reviews. It also holds the largest category mindshare at 11.7%, up from 10.4% year over year, and is the most popular solution by searches. These accolades highlight the product's effectiveness in reducing manual effort through features such as automated user provisioning, lifecycle management, role-based access control, password resets, and streamlined account management.

One Identity, a leader in identity governance and administration, is trusted by more than 11,000 organizations managing over 500 million identities. The company's solutions integrate seamlessly into identity fabrics, strengthening identity perimeters, protecting against breaches, and ensuring governance and compliance. With Active Roles 8.6, One Identity continues to offer top-tier Active Directory management solutions, addressing the evolving needs of enterprise environments.