A security model that provides users with temporary access to resources only when needed for specific tasks, automatically revoking access when the task is complete.
JIT access reduces insider risk by minimizing the window of opportunity for privilege abuse. Users request access for specific resources and timeframes, which is granted temporarily and automatically revoked. This approach significantly reduces standing privileges and implements temporal access controls.
A cybersecurity strategy comprising people, processes and technology to control, monitor, secure and audit all human and non-human privileged identities and activities across an enterprise IT environment.
A security principle that provides users with the minimum levels of access or permissions needed to perform their job functions.