Authentication and Access Control
Controlling User Access
Authentication verifies a user's identity, while authorization determines the resources and actions that user is permitted to access. Together they protect systems from unauthorized access.
- Passwords.
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
- Biometric authentication.
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
- Least privilege principle.
Note
Multi-Factor Authentication significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access.
Summary
Strong authentication and proper authorization are essential components of cybersecurity.