Master CISSP Domain 5: Identity & Access Management in 2025 🔐

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Access control is at the core of cybersecurity, ensuring the right people get access to the right resources—while keeping threats out. If you're preparing for the CISSP exam, understanding Domain 5: Identity and Access Management (IAM) is essential for securing networks, applications, and data.

CISSP Domain 5: Access Control and Federated Identity
00:00 - Introduction to Domain 5: Access Control & Single Sign-On (SSO)
00:29 - What is Access Control & Why It's Important
01:28 - Understanding Security Kernel & Reference Monitor
01:58 - Key Principles of Access Control (Separation of Duties)
02:27 - Need-to-Know Principle Explained
02:58 - Least Privilege Principle Explained
03:55 - Centralized, Decentralized & Hybrid Administration Approaches
04:59 - Core Services of Access Control (Identification, Authentication, Authorization, Accountability)
05:32 - Identification & Authentication Overview
06:27 - Authentication Factors (Knowledge, Ownership, Characteristics)
07:59 - Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)
08:29 - Authorization Explained
08:56 - Discretionary Access Control & Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
10:26 - Attribute-Based & Context-Based Access Control
10:56 - Non-Discretionary & Mandatory Access Control
11:31 - Importance of Accountability
12:02 - Session Management Overview
13:59 - Single Sign-On (SSO) & Federated Identity Management Introduction
15:32 - SAML Explained (Security Assertion Markup Language)
20:21 - Other Protocols: WS-Federation, OpenID & OAuth
21:51 - How SAML Works (Simplified)
24:39 - Practical Steps for Better Digital Security
26:59 - Biometrics & the Future of Authentication
27:31 - Final Thoughts & Security Best Practices

In this episode, we break down:
✔️ Access Control Fundamentals – Least Privilege, Separation of Duties & Need-to-Know
✔️ Authentication & Authorization – Passwords, Biometrics, and Role-Based Access
✔️ Single Sign-On (SSO) – How Kerberos & SESAME simplify authentication
✔️ Federated Identity Management (FIM) – SAML, OAuth, and OpenID explained
✔️ Session Management & Security Risks – How to prevent session hijacking

With cloud-based applications and remote work on the rise, strong identity management is more critical than ever. Whether you're preparing for CISSP or strengthening your cybersecurity knowledge, this episode will help you master IAM concepts with real-world insights and practical takeaways.


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