Identity and Access Management (IAM) in Cybersecurity

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What does authentication refer to in the context of the text?

Knowing who someone is

In the analogy of tearing up a driver's license, revoking someone's access by deleting their identity is likened to:

Denying them access completely

What is the main distinction emphasized in the text regarding authorization and authentication?

Authentication precedes authorization

Why is it important to minimize the number of organizations and people you trust in identity and access management according to the text?

To strengthen the IT security measures

In the context of IT security, what risk is associated with implicitly allowing anyone with a valid identity full access to all data on a system?

Security breach due to unrestricted access

How is the concept of refreshing an access badge in the text analogous to IT access systems?

It ensures continuous authentication and authorization

What is the primary security control set discussed in the text?

Identity and access management

Which method do attackers often use in breaches involving web applications?

Lost or stolen credentials

What is the main purpose of authentication according to the text?

Verifying entity identity

In the context of IAM, what is the role of authorization focused on?

Enforcing least privilege principles

What does proving authentication entail in the physical world, as per the text?

Providing an ID issued by a trusted authority

If a person presents their driver's license to gain access to a military base, it is an example of:

Identity verification

Learn about the importance of Identity and Access Management (IAM) in cybersecurity and how it relates to protecting against breaches involving web applications and stolen credentials. Understand the distinction between identity and access management in securing systems.

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