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Identity Security

A comprehensive approach to securing digital identities and managing access to resources across an organization.

Categorysecurity

Overview

Identity security focuses on ensuring that the right individuals have the right access to the right resources at the right time. It encompasses identity management, access control, and governance.

Core Concepts

  • Authentication: Verifying the identity of a user or system.
  • Authorization: Granting or denying access based on permissions.
  • Identity Governance: Managing the lifecycle of identities and ensuring compliance.

Key Technologies

  • Single Sign-On (SSO)
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
  • Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Related Terms

Single Sign-OnPrivileged Access Management