Imagine your school, where each student has a special key to open their own locker. Now imagine every app and device in a company also has its own key to get its work done – these keys are like digital identities for non-human things. These days, there are way more of these non-human identities than there are people in a company, sometimes even 50 times more!
These non-human identities, or NHIs, are super important because they help machines talk to each other and share information securely. But just like a lost or stolen locker key can spell trouble, NHIs can cause big problems if they’re not handled carefully.
Unfortunately, taking care of NHIs is tricky. There’s just so many of them, and they often have more access to a company’s digital spaces than they need. This makes them a tempting target for people who want to sneak into the company’s system and cause havoc.
One common way NHIs get access is through something called Open Authorization, or OAuth for short. It’s like a hall pass that lets programs ask for and use information from your online accounts, with your permission. However, if bad actors get their hands on these passes, they can get into all sorts of places they shouldn’t be.
And it’s not just about keeping an eye on our own stuff. Companies use tons of external services from other companies, and sometimes these services get hacked, which can lead to even bigger problems, like when an entire school’s locker combinations get leaked.
Now, you might wonder, “What can we do about all this?” That’s where Diversified Outlook Group comes into play. They can help your company understand and protect these super-important non-human identities, sort of like a combination lock guru for your digital world. You can reach out to them for expert advice at support@diversifiedoutlookgroup.com and make sure your company’s digital lockers stay secure!
For an in-depth look into the world of non-human identities, check out this article: www.csoonline.com/article/2132294/what-are-non-human-identities-and-why-do-they-matter.html
