Policy based access

Policy-Based Access Control (PBAC) is a security framework that governs access to resources based on defined policies. Unlike traditional role-based models, PBAC evaluates contextual attributes, such as user identity, device type, location, and time, to dynamically enforce access decisions. This approach allows for greater flexibility and security, ensuring that access is granted based on real-time conditions rather than static roles.

Why Use PBAC?

1. Enhanced Security

PBAC enforces strict access policies by considering multiple factors beyond just user roles. By incorporating attributes such as risk levels, device security posture, and contextual information, PBAC reduces unauthorized access and minimizes security threats.

2. Fine-Grained Access Control

Unlike Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), which assigns users predefined roles, PBAC enables organizations to define precise access conditions. Policies can be tailored to specific tasks, ensuring that users only have the necessary permissions based on their current situation.

3. Adaptive and Dynamic Access

PBAC allows organizations to implement real-time access decisions. Policies can dynamically adjust based on changing risk factors, ensuring that access permissions evolve in response to security needs and regulatory requirements.

4. Compliance and Audit Readiness

Regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 require stringent access control mechanisms. PBAC facilitates compliance by ensuring that access is granted based on defined policies and monitored in real time. This improves audit readiness and helps organizations meet regulatory obligations.

5. Scalability and Maintainability

Managing access in large organizations with thousands of users can be complex. PBAC simplifies access management by centralizing policies that apply across multiple systems and users. This reduces administrative overhead and makes it easier to update access rules without modifying individual user permissions.

PBAC on Veriam

Veriam supports PBAC out for the box, fully integrated into the CIAM solution. You don't need any additional external integrations to provide access to your applications or resources based on policyies. You can even combine the flexibility of policy based access with the more traditional role based access.

Because of the flexibility of our policies, our policy based access can also be used to setup Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC) and Resource Based Access Control (RBAC).