Access control & authentication
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Security Guide
Access control & authentication
Protect your systems with multi-factor authentication, role-based access controls, and comprehensive identity management.
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A roadmap for protecting your organization with multi-factor authentication.
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Multi-factor authentication
Implementing MFA across your organization
Password policies
Creating and enforcing strong credential standards
Role-based access
Limiting access based on job requirements
Access reviews
Regular audits of user permissions and accounts
Access control essentials
- Require MFA for all accounts: it blocks 99.9% of account compromise attacks
- Use hardware security keys for high-value accounts (admins, finance)
- Review user access quarterly and remove inactive accounts
- Implement least-privilege access: users get the minimum necessary permissions
81% of breaches involve weak credentials
Stolen and weak passwords remain the top attack vector. Multi-factor authentication is the single most effective control you can implement to prevent unauthorized access.