The principle of least privilege (PolP) is an information security model focused on restricting the number of identities with privileged access to networks, applications, data, programs, and processes to only those who require that access. In identity and access management (IAM), least privilege is applied by determining the minimal access privileges required for every identity and using access controls to manage that access. Privilege is attached to human users as well as non-human identities and is most often assigned based on the user’s job duties or the non-human identity’s role within an application.
What Is Identity Security Posture Management (ISPM)
What is identity security posture management (ISPM)?
Identity security posture management (ISPM) is a comprehensive and proactive approach to securing an organization’s digital identities and access privileges. It involves continuously monitoring, assessing, and improving the security of identity-related systems and access controls to ensure that user identities, permissions, and access behaviors align with an organization’s security policies.
Machine identity refers to the set of unique attributes and cryptographic credentials assigned to a non-human entity (e.g., device, application, workload, process) within a digital ecosystem. These identities are leveraged for authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) purposes, enabling secure machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, and access control.
Light IGA is a new category of identity governance and administration (IGA) solutions designed to address the evolving needs of modern organizations. These solutions offer a more streamlined and focused approach compared to traditional IGA platforms.
