What to Expect: Future Trends in Identity and Access Management
Summary
This article discusses the future of Identity and Access Management (IAM), projecting significant disruption in the next five years driven by digital transformation. It highlights emerging trends like DevOps/microservices in identity, cloud-based IAM, self-sovereign identity with blockchain, IoT integration, evolving privacy regulations, and new governance models.
IFF Assessment
The article focuses on advancements and future trends in IAM, which are beneficial for defenders by enabling more robust and adaptable security controls.
Defender Context
Defenders should pay close attention to evolving IAM strategies as they are critical for controlling access to digital assets. Understanding trends like self-sovereign identity and cloud-native IAM will be crucial for implementing effective security architectures and mitigating risks associated with complex environments.