What to Expect: Future Trends in Identity and Access Management
Summary
This article discusses future trends in Identity and Access Management (IAM), predicting significant disruptions in the next five years driven by digital transformation. It outlines key areas of evolution including DevOps/microservices, cloud-based IAM, self-sovereign identity, IoT support, and changing privacy regulations and governance models.
IFF Assessment
This article focuses on the evolution and advancement of Identity and Access Management systems, which are crucial for defending against unauthorized access.
Defender Context
Understanding future trends in IAM is vital for defenders as these systems form the bedrock of access control. Proactive adoption of new models like self-sovereign identity and robust cloud IAM solutions can significantly enhance security posture against evolving threats.