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Identity provider vs. authorization management<\/span><\/span><\/h1><\/h1><\/div>

The management of user access and identities is a central component of modern IT security. Two important concepts in this area are identity providers ( <\/span>IdP<\/span>) and authorization management (access management). But what exactly are the differences and how can you ensure that both aspects are optimally covered? In this blog, we look at the functions of both approaches <\/span> and their significance.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

What is an identity provider?<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/h2><\/h2><\/div>

An identity provider (<\/span>IdP<\/span>) is a centralized service that handles the authentication of <\/span>users<\/span>:inside<\/span> takes over. It ensures that a person can prove their identity securely and easily. The central functions of a <\/span>IdP<\/span> belong to:<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Single Sign-On (SSO)<\/div><\/div>
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By providing a set of login data, it becomes possible to<\/span> users<\/span>:inside<\/span> enabled<\/span>to access multiple applications with just one login.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Multi-factor authentication (MFA)<\/div><\/div>
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The login data of the identity provided<\/span> are <\/span>through the use of multiple authentication factors such as passwords, tokens or biometric data<\/span> specially protected<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Organization of identities<\/div><\/div>
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Organization and control of the available identities of users and devices within your own network<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Identity providers play a crucial role in user experience and security. They are the linchpin when it comes to granting users access to different systems without having to constantly enter new login credentials. <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Authorization management: more than just authentication<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/h2><\/h2><\/div>

While identity providers concentrate on authentication, authorization management is about the administration and control of authorizations. The focus here is on ensuring that users can only access the resources they actually need. The core functions of authorization management include <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>