IAM (Identity and Access Management)
IAM (Identity and Access Management) is a framework for managing digital identities and controlling access to resources within an organization's IT infrastructure. IAM systems allow administrators to create, manage, and revoke user identities and permissions, ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to specific systems, applications, and data. IAM encompasses processes, policies, and technologies for identity authentication, authorization, and auditing. Key components of IAM include user provisioning, role-based access control (RBAC), multi-factor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), and privileged access management (PAM). IAM solutions are crucial for ensuring security, compliance, and governance in modern IT environments, particularly in cloud-based and hybrid infrastructures. By centralizing identity and access management processes, IAM helps organizations mitigate security risks, streamline user management, and improve operational efficiency.
References: - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Identity_management - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Access_control
Identity and access management