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What Is Access Governance? Access governance (AG) aims to mitigate the risks associated with unnecessary access rights granted to end users of computing systems. Access governance is a critical element that can help organizations build their compliance strategy. An important goal of access governance is to reduce the cost and effort of monitoring and enforcing…

In a strategic move to bolster its expertise in identity security, Pathlock is expanding its executive leadership team. This decision comes on the heels of record growth in the first half of 2024, highlighting the company’s commitment to delivering innovation and excellence to its global customer community. The latest additions to the team include Ben…

SAP published 16 new and two updated Security Notes for July 2024 Patch Tuesday. Compared to June’s SAP Security Patch Day release, this month’s release contains more patches overall but with similarly low severity. Only two Security Notes received the High Priority designation (CVSS scores ranging from 7.0 to 8.9), and both are new notes….

In a world where data breaches and cyber threats loom large, encryption stands as the unsung hero of application security. Imagine your sensitive information transformed into an unbreakable code, shielding it from prying eyes and malicious attacks. This transformation, known as encryption, is at the heart of modern data protection. In this article, we unravel…

Imagine running a bustling organization where everyone needs access to different systems and data. How do you ensure that each person sees only what they should without jeopardizing sensitive information? Enter user access management (UAM), your indispensable ally in regulating and monitoring access within your organization. Think of user access management as the vigilant gatekeeper…

Safeguarding user identities and access rights is paramount for organizations to prevent data breaches and maintain compliance. Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) provides a comprehensive framework to manage digital identities and their access permissions and enforce security policies throughout the identity lifecycle. This post details the essential principles of IGA Security, exploring key components such…

Entitlement management is an essential part of a comprehensive organizational security strategy. It plays a pivotal role in optimizing user access control and maintaining the integrity of systems. Effective management of user entitlements is crucial for reducing security risks and ensuring efficient operations. This article outlines the fundamentals of entitlement management, highlighting its benefits, key…

Imagine you work for a healthcare provider, and a hacker infiltrates your network to steal patient medical records. This sensitive data could be used for fraudulent purposes, identity theft, or even sold on the black market. Unfortunately, this scenario is a real possibility and highlights the dangers of data exfiltration. But what exactly is data…