A secure security system is built around user permissions and two-factor authentication. The ability to manage permissions for users is a key tool in reducing the risk that malicious or accidental insider activities can occur, minimizing the consequences of data breaches and maintaining regulatory compliance.
1. Reduce the threat of insider threats
A common method of limiting access to users is to use the principle of least privilege which states that users should be granted the minimum level of privileges necessary for their job. This helps minimize the potential impact of unauthorized activities that could be caused by employees or third-party vendors.
2. Reduce the risk of a Data Breach
Many industries are subject to strict regulatory requirements that require strong data protection practices. By controlling user permissions organizations can ensure compliance by making sure that only authorized individuals have access to sensitive data.
3. Reduce the risk of third-party Vendor Activity
Many data breaches occur as a result of compromised credentials owned by third-party vendors. Reviewing and updating regularly the permissions of users could lower the risk that external vendors will gain access to data.
4. Give flexibility to Privilege Escalation
Role-based access control (RBAC) is a popular method of managing permissions for users which assigns access rights depending on predefined roles. These roles can be nestled to give you a more precise control of access. For example, a senior physician may have more access rights than a junior doctor in terms of accessing the patient’s information. RBAC can also be set to require two-factor authentication (2FA) even for certain roles, to minimize the risk of unauthorized entry, even if a password has been compromised.
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