Cloud IAM

Noun · Security & Infosec

Definitions

  1. The identity and access management system of a cloud platform, controlling who or what can access resources and what actions they may perform. Cloud IAM misconfigurations are a frequent source of serious exposure because the control plane is so central.

    In plain English: The cloud platform's system for controlling identities and permissions.

    Example: "The breach stemmed from a cloud IAM role that was far broader than the workload actually needed."

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