Web-Based Access Control
Web-based access control and identity management systems can manage access to sensitive resources for your organization. These systems have various mind-blowing functions that help your organization protect sensitive data. They can be used for access control, authentication, role-based access control, and token management. They also offer scalability and performance. Most products are horizontally scaled and offer automatic failover. Some products also come with load balancing. Although, you have to note that some products may keep sessions open between components, resulting in reduced performance.
These systems are also capable of integrating non-Web-based applications. This is possible with the help of a software development kit, which the vendor will provide. Then, you can integrate these applications into a common security framework. However, it is essential to note that this is generally a challenging task.
AI-Driven And Automated
An access and identity management system can be a powerful tool in helping companies secure data and apps while reducing operational costs. By automating the security process, it is possible to reduce help-desk calls and tickets. An access and identity management system can also help businesses protect data and applications from malware and other attacks.
SAML-Based Single Sign-On
A SAML-based single sign-on for your access and identity management system (AIM) can streamline your workflow by providing a single point of authentication for all applications. It also eliminates the need to store and remember multiple credentials. Using a SAML-based single sign-on, users can access applications instantly and securely. The SAML standard defines the communication flow between identity providers and their clients. A SAML assertion is an XML document that transmits information from one computer to another. It is then verified by the identity provider to allow access to the requested service or resource. The identity provider can optionally encrypt the message for additional security. In a SAML-based single sign-on for an identity management system, the identity provider is a cloud-based software service that stores user identity and determines user permissions. The SSO system is separate from the IdP but acts as its representative in the SAML workflow.
OpenID
OpenID is an open-source access and identity management system used to delegate authorization. This allows organizations to improve account security while protecting their users’ privacy. This system is a boon for websites, e-commerce companies, academic publishers, educational service providers, and government and health websites. This system is more advanced and offers numerous benefits to users.
One of the key features of this system is that it acts as a central identity management hub and hides the heterogeneity of existing identity sources. This makes it possible to present a single coherent view of a user. It is also designed to shield applications from backend data stores, streamlining the authentication and authorization process and lowering IT costs.
European Identity Wallet
The European Identity Wallet will soon be available to all European citizens as part of the revised eIDAS regulation. This session will provide an overview of its potential user interface, highlight common issues, and illustrate the benefits of this new access and identity management system.