Identity Management, Authentication, and Access Control (PR.AA)

Summary

In cybersecurity, managing identities and credentials is a cornerstone of organizational security, underpinning the safeguarding of users, services, and hardware. Central to this effort is establishing a comprehensive identity management system meticulously designed to assign and manage credentials while enforcing robust security measures to protect against unauthorized access. By centralizing identity management, organizations gain a consolidated view of user access across the board, facilitating easier monitoring and management of access rights. The chapter outlines our Simplified Security Controls, tailored for environments beyond the scope of NIST compliance. Understanding the intricacies of identity proofing and the secure binding of identities to credentials is fundamental to the architecture of robust cybersecurity strategies. The authentication process verifies the identity of users, services, and hardware, granting access only to those with legitimate credentials. Securely managing identity assertions is a critical component of modern cybersecurity practices.