Episode 35 — Identity and Access Management — Identification and Authorization Basics
This episode focuses on the fundamentals of identity and access management (IAM) in cloud environments. We explain how identification verifies user identity, while authentication confirms it through credentials, and authorization determines what resources the user can access. We cover IAM structures, roles, and policies that define permissions and enforce least privilege. Examples include password-based authentication, multifactor authentication, and role-based access control.
We also discuss the risks of poor IAM practices, such as excessive privileges, weak authentication methods, or misconfigured policies, and how to mitigate them through regular audits and monitoring. This knowledge is directly relevant to exam objectives and is essential for securing cloud resources in real-world deployments. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where more prepcasts, books, and IAM-focused resources are available.
