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Authentication and Authorization Securing Access

The document discusses the core concepts of authentication and authorization, emphasizing the importance of verifying user identity and granting access permissions. It outlines various methods and protocols for both processes, such as multi-factor authentication and role-based access control. Additionally, it highlights security best practices to reduce risks and ensure continuous improvement in securing access to systems.

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Authentication and Authorization Securing Access

The document discusses the core concepts of authentication and authorization, emphasizing the importance of verifying user identity and granting access permissions. It outlines various methods and protocols for both processes, such as multi-factor authentication and role-based access control. Additionally, it highlights security best practices to reduce risks and ensure continuous improvement in securing access to systems.

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Authentication &

Authorization: Securing
Access
Explore core concepts of authentication and authorization.

Learn to protect data and establish trust in systems.

by Reet
Authentication: Verifying
Identity
Definition
Confirming user identity before granting access

Methods
Passwords, biometrics, multi-factor authentication (MFA)

Example
Bank login with password and SMS verification

Industry Stats
MFA blocks 99.9% of automated attacks (Google)
Authorization: Granting Access Permissions
Role-Based Access Control Attribute-Based Access Example
(RBAC) Control (ABAC)
HR accesses salaries; regular employees
Permissions assigned based on user Access granted by user, resource, and cannot
roles like admin or guest environment attributes
Authentication vs.
Authorization: Key
Differences

Authentication Authorization Analogy


"Who are you?" - Identity "What can you do?" - ID vs. job title controls
verification Access permissions resource access
Common Authentication
Protocols
OAuth 2.0
Delegated authorization for third-party apps

OpenID Connect
Authentication layer on top of OAuth 2.0

SAML
XML standard for exchanging auth data securely

Use Case
"Login with Google" uses OAuth 2.0 widely
Common Authorization Methods
Access Control Lists (ACLs)
1
Permission lists attached to resources

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)


2
Access based on predefined roles and groups

Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)


3
Dynamic access using multiple resource and user attributes

Example
4
AWS IAM uses roles and policies to regulate access
Security Best Practices

Strong Passwords
Multi-Factor Authentication
Use length, complexity, and regular 1
Extra security layers beyond passwords
updates 2

Regular Audits 4 Least Privilege


Review access controls to prevent 3 Grant minimal necessary permissions
unauthorized use only
Conclusion: Importance of
Secure Access
Security Foundation
Authentication and authorization are essential

Risk Reduction
Best practices lower breaches and data loss

Continuous Improvement
Keep updating security with latest standards

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