When Least Privilege Is The Most Important Thing
CIO, Thursday, November 2,2023
The Principle of Least Privilege is a bedrock of information security. With mobile apps, IoT, the cloud, and AI, it is more important than ever.
In the ever-evolving realm of information security, the principle of Least Privilege stands out as the cornerstone of safeguarding sensitive data. However, this fundamental concept, emphasizing limited access to resources and information, has been progressively overlooked, placing our digital ecosystems at greater risk.
First, let's define our terms. The principle of least privilege (PoLP) is an information security concept that maintains that a user or entity should only have access to the specific data, resources, and applications needed to complete a required task. Organizations that follow the principle of least privilege can improve their security posture by significantly reducing their attack surface and risk of malware spread.