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Why identity security Is essential to cybersecurity strategy

June 24, 2024

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In the modern digital landscape, cybersecurity isn’t just a technical challenge – it’s a business imperative. At the heart of cybersecurity is identity security – the principle that the right people have the right access at the right time. As we venture further into the digital world, protecting the business from modern threats is crucial, which inherently adds complexity, making smart privilege controls a must-have step toward an identity-first strategy.

The cost of bypassing identity security can be high – data breaches, loss of customer trust and financial penalties are only part of the leadership issues in digital service management. For example, a simple case of an employee having excessive access rights can lead to data theft or sabotage.

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