ACCESS CONTROL
Access control is a security measure that manages and restricts who can access and use resources, like data, applications, and physical locations, based on their identity and authorization.
Types of access control:
1.Mandatory Access Control (MAC)
A system owner is responsible for managing access
2. Discretionary Access Control (DAC)
An individual has Control over objects they own
3.Rule based Access Control (RBAC)
A user gains access based on their role in the organization
4. Attribute- Based Access Control (ABAC)
A user gains access based on specific criteria
Benefits of Access control
· Preventing Unauthorized Access
· Data Protection
· reduces the risk of internal incidents like intellectual property theft or sabotage.
· They help reduce the likelihood of theft, vandalism, or other security incidents by controlling who can access specific areas.
