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ABAC vs. RBAC: A Comparison

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  In organizations, users of the network must be authenticated and authorized before accessing the system. This is especially the case for parts of the system capable of contributing to security breaches. Access control is a way of ensuring that users are who they say they are and that they have adequate access to company data. There are two key methods of controlling access for systems — role-based access control (RBAC) and attribute-based access control (ABAC). Authentication and Authorization Authentication and authorization are two main aspects of security. After entering your credentials to log in to your computer or sign in to an app or program, the system or application undertakes authentication to determine your degree of authorization. Authorization can include what accounts you can use, what services you have access to, and what functions you are required to perform. RBAC and ABAC's primary distinction is that RBAC offers access to services or information based on use

5 Points to Consider Before Implementing ERP System in Your Organization

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Given its numerous advantages, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, without doubt, are a must for today's organizations. But knowing the downsides of the program is equally important to ensure that going for ERP is the right step for your business. The principal ERP drawbacks customers may encounter are as follows: 1: Data Security and Mandatory Compliance Obligations According to available data, since the second half of 2019, there has been quite an upsurge in instances of data breaches worldwide. Hackers have been successful in intruding into corporate networks, inflicting losses amounting to millions. Also, there are many legislation that specifically aim to protect data privacy. SOX, GDPR, CCPA are to name a few. ERP data security , thus, is very critical. Data security and data privacy are a must in today's digital world. ERP systems have many vulnerabilities that expose company data, posing threats to data security initiatives. Fortunately enough, there are

PeopleSoft SSO: Improving Employee Experience

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Employees manage various logins, including emails, financials, CRM software, and other programs and systems built during a regular workday to simplify their daily activities. Remembering and recalling all the usernames and passwords associated with such systems can be daunting and contribute to a loss of productivity. Single Sign-On (SSO) is an Identity and Access Management (IAM) method that enables users to authenticate securely with different websites and applications, by signing in only once — with only one set of credentials. The app or website (which the user is attempting to access) relies on a trusted third party with a Single Sign-On solution to authenticate the users' identity. Why is SSO important today for Human Resource Organizations? 1. SSO Makes the HR System User-Friendly and Easy to Use SSO's greatest benefit is that users can switch between applications safely without having to specify their credentials time and again. SSO effectively incorporates individual s