Update Password Secure integration instructions to match more recent Community post.

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Pull Request Review: Password Secure Integration Documentation Update

Summary

This PR significantly expands the Password Secure integration documentation from a basic 4-step connector setup to a comprehensive 170-line guide covering both Password Secure and NPS configuration with detailed step-by-step instructions and visual aids.

Positive Aspects

Documentation Quality

• Excellent structure: The reorganization into two main sections (Password Secure Configuration and NPS Configuration) provides clear separation of concerns
• Comprehensive coverage: The addition of prerequisites, API key generation, service accounts, activities, and policies provides a complete end-to-end setup guide
• Visual aids: Addition of 16 .webp images significantly improves user experience and reduces confusion
• Architecture documentation: The system diagram section (lines 165-177) provides valuable insight into the credential checkout workflow

Content Improvements

• Prerequisites section (lines 13-21): Clearly sets expectations about infrastructure requirements
• Security best practices: API key management with proper warning about token visibility (lines 48-50)
• Troubleshooting context: SDK compatibility section (lines 183-189) provides actionable guidance for version mismatches

Issues and Concerns

Critical Issues

1. Missing Step 2 in API Key Generation

Lines 27-33 show Step 1 with an image, followed by another image, then jump to Step 3. Step 2 is missing its description. Add the missing Step 2 description between the images or clarify if the second image is just an additional view of Step 1.

2. Grammar Error in SDK Section (line 185)

"The integration uses a Password Secure SDK DLL files" - Subject-verb agreement error. Change to "The integration uses Password Secure SDK DLL files" or "The integration uses a Password Secure SDK DLL"

3. Grammar Error in SDK Section (line 186)

"The DLLs shipped with NPS is compatible" - Should be "The DLLs shipped with NPS are compatible"

Documentation Consistency Issues

4. Step Formatting Inconsistency

The document uses both em-dash and hyphen for step formatting. Other integration docs (CyberArk, BYOV) use em-dash consistently. For consistency with the repository, use em-dash throughout.

5. Unclear Note in API Key Section (lines 48-50)

The note about token regeneration is confusing and redundant. Clarify whether both old and new tokens remain valid.

Minor Issues

6. Missing Context for "Advanced" Section (line 112)

"Skip Certificate Check" is presented as a required step, but should include security implications and when it's appropriate to use.

7. Vague "Important Notes" Section (lines 179-181)

The section is too generic. Either expand with specific verification steps or remove it entirely as the SDK section below is more actionable.

Security Considerations

8. API Key Storage Warning Could Be Stronger

Add emphasis on secure storage, access control for service accounts, and audit logging considerations.

Code Quality Assessment

This is a documentation-only change (Markdown + images):

• Markdown structure: Well-formed, uses proper heading hierarchy
• Link format: Internal links use correct Docusaurus format
• Image format: Using .webp format for optimal performance
• Admonitions: Properly using Docusaurus note syntax

Testing Recommendations

1. Visual verification: Ensure all 16 images display correctly and match the described steps
2. Link validation: Verify all internal links resolve correctly
3. Build test: Run npm run build to ensure no Docusaurus build errors
4. Technical accuracy: Have someone with Password Secure access validate the steps
5. Step sequence: Follow the documentation end-to-end to ensure no gaps

Recommendations Summary

Must Fix (Blocking)

1. Add missing Step 2 description in API Key Generation section
2. Fix grammar: "uses a ... DLL files"
3. Fix grammar: "DLLs ... is compatible"

Should Fix (Quality)

4. Standardize step formatting to use em-dash consistently
5. Clarify the API key regeneration note
6. Add security context for "Skip Certificate Check" recommendation
7. Improve or remove generic "Important Notes" section

Overall Assessment

This is a significant improvement to the documentation that transforms a minimal setup guide into a comprehensive reference. The changes are well-intentioned and add substantial value. The issues identified are primarily editorial (grammar, consistency) rather than technical errors.

Recommendation: Approve with requested changes (fix grammar errors and missing step) before merge.

Great work on expanding this documentation! The addition of visual aids and end-to-end workflow will significantly help users successfully complete this integration.

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Pull Request Review: Password Secure Integration Documentation Update

Overview

This PR significantly expands the Password Secure integration documentation from a basic connector setup guide (15 lines removed) to a comprehensive end-to-end integration guide (172 lines added). The update includes detailed prerequisites, step-by-step configuration instructions, visual aids, and architectural diagrams.

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✅ Strengths

Documentation Quality

• Comprehensive Coverage: Excellent transformation from minimal documentation to a complete integration guide covering both Password Secure and NPS configuration
• Clear Structure: Well-organized with logical sections (Prerequisites → Password Secure Config → NPS Config → System Diagram → SDK Info)
• Visual Guidance: 16 new screenshots provide strong visual support for each configuration step
• Cross-references: Good use of internal links to related documentation (e.g., Access Policy topics)
• Consistent Formatting: Follows Docusaurus markdown conventions with proper frontmatter and admonitions

Content Improvements

• Prerequisites Section: Critical addition that prevents users from starting integration without proper foundation
• Step-by-Step Instructions: Clear, numbered steps make the process easy to follow
• System Diagram: The architectural flow diagram (lines 167-177) provides valuable technical insight into how the integration works
• SDK Compatibility: Important troubleshooting information about DLL compatibility (lines 185-191)

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🔍 Issues & Recommendations

High Priority

1. Title Inconsistency (Line 1 vs Line 7)

• File Line 1: title: Password Secure Integration
• File Line 7: # Bring your own vault® (BYOV) for Password Secure
• Issue: The frontmatter title does not match the H1 heading, which can cause confusion in navigation and SEO
• Recommendation: Update frontmatter title to match the H1 heading

2. Inconsistent Naming Throughout Document

• Uses NPS (lines 17, 25, 41, 83, 87, 93, etc.) and Netwrix Privilege Secure (line 9, 87) interchangeably
• Recommendation: Define the acronym on first use: Netwrix Privilege Secure (NPS) and use NPS consistently thereafter

3. Internal Link Format Issue (Line 147)

• Issue: Uses underscore 25_12 instead of dot 25.12 (inconsistent with file path structure)
• Impact: Broken links - these will 404
• Also affects: Lines 153, 157, 161
• Fix: Change all instances to /docs/privilegesecure/25.12/...

4. Security Concern: Skip Certificate Check (Line 114)

• Issue: Recommends disabling certificate validation without explaining security implications
• Recommendation: Add context about only using this for testing environments or self-signed certificates. For production, use valid SSL certificates.

Medium Priority

5. Ambiguous Token Regeneration Info (Lines 50-52)

• Issue: The phrasing without deleting the old one appears twice and is confusing
• Recommendation: Clarify that both tokens will remain valid until explicitly deleted

6. Missing Information

• API Key Permissions: What happens if the API key expires? Any rotation procedures?
• Troubleshooting: No troubleshooting section for common integration issues
• Testing: No mention of how to verify the integration is working correctly
• Error Handling: What happens if credentials are not found?

7. Image Path Inconsistency

• Images use path: /images/privilegesecure/25.12/...
• Based on README guidelines, should be: /img/product_docs/privilegesecure/...
• Check: Verify if /images/ vs /img/ is intentional or needs correction

8. Hardcoded Path Needs Context (Line 190)

• Issue: No mention of what to do on non-standard installations
• Recommendation: Add note about default installation path and how to locate on custom installations

Low Priority

9. Minor Grammar/Style Issues

• Line 132: Missing period after which defines the resource
• Line 19: 9_3 should be 9.3 in URLs for consistency
• Lines 93-95: Consider using consistent example naming

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🔒 Security Review

Concerns Identified:

1. Certificate Validation Bypass: Line 114 recommends skipping certificate checks without security warnings
2. API Key Storage: No mention of secure storage best practices
3. Least Privilege: Does not specify minimum required permissions
4. Credential Exposure: Warning on line 181-183 is good, but could be more specific

Recommendations:

• Add security best practices section
• Specify minimum required permissions for service accounts
• Include API key rotation procedures
• Add note about securing the NPS service account credentials

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📝 Summary

This is a significant improvement to the documentation that transforms a minimal setup guide into a comprehensive integration manual. The content is well-structured and informative.

Before Merging:

1. Fix broken internal links (25_12 → 25.12)
2. Resolve title inconsistency
3. Add security context for certificate check bypass
4. Consider adding troubleshooting section
5. Verify image paths follow repository conventions
6. Clarify API token regeneration language

Recommendation: Request changes to fix the high-priority issues (broken links, security guidance) before merging. Medium and low priority items can be addressed in follow-up PRs if needed.

Overall Assessment: Approve with changes requested for critical issues (links, security context). This is quality documentation that will significantly help users with this integration.