Just-in-time (JIT) access is a cybersecurity feature where users, applications, or systems are granted access to resources only when needed and for a limited time. This approach limits the risk of privileged accounts gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data. JIT access is often used in conjunction with other security measures—such as multi-factor authentication and encryption—to provide a strong, layered defense against threats.
The majority of organizations use some kind of VDI environment for remote access today. Whether it’s for their employees looking to access private resources for day to day life, a recent merger or acquisition, or third-party user access. Popular VDI technologies include on-premises VDI solutions like Vmware Horizon, Citrix XenDesktop, or Desktop-as-a-Service options like Amazon Workspaces, and Windows Virtual Desktop.
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Access control is a fundamental element of your organization’s security infrastructure. Every security officer wants to apply the principle of least privilege, implement a zero trust architecture, segregate user duties, and adopt other access control best practices without harming the company’s workflow. There are several approaches to implementing an access management system in your organization.
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The pandemic created a huge shift in the workforce. Users got up from their desks, went home, and decided to stay there. As a result, users, devices, and data are now everywhere. This new way of working causes those of us in networking and security major challenges. The old castle and moat design no longer works and legacy security tools that worked in the past become ineffective in this new reality.
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