In today’s digital world, the use of various IT services is indispensable for organizations. Users should be able to comfortably access all the services they need, while sensitive processes and data remain protected against unauthorized access in the best possible way. With modern access management, you can significantly boost the efficiency of your work processes and ensure the integrity of your IT systems in times of increasing cyber attacks.
As Simple as Possible, as Secure as Necessary
User Accounts
Comfort and Control
Our open source access management offers end users numerous benefits. It starts with easy login to the web portal and a Single Sign-On that provides centralized access to all IT resources. Additionally, users benefit from self-service functions that allow them to reset passwords and manage their accounts independently.
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Administration
Security and Compliance
Our Access Management enables administrators to manage user access rights efficiently and in detail. The automation of access processes and centralized management via the Univention Management Console (UMC) significantly reduce the administration workload. Predefined policies and precise access controls ensure IT security while making it effortless to meet regulatory compliance requirements.
Cross-Platform Authentication Services
Connecting Standards
Our Access Management provides you with many of the most important authentication standards free of charge. Keycloak, as the Identity Provider (IdP) of UCS, supports standard protocols such as SAML and OpenID Connect. This allows your users to conveniently authenticate themselves to third-party applications via a central login.
Thanks to central identity management, the necessary data is available and synchronized at all times. This allows users to log in securely and encrypted to various clients using the same credentials, regardless of whether their operating system is Windows, macOS or Linux.
Single Sign-On (SSO)
One Login, Many Services
Thanks to Single Sign-On (SSO), users only need to log in to our Identity Provider (IdP) once. After that, integrated solutions and standard protocols such as Kerberos, SAML or OpenID Connect take over the login processes for various services and applications, even if they are web-based.
And if a service does not support SSO standards, it’s no big deal. The “Same User, Same Password” principle applies and allows users to use the same login name and password across different services. This encourages the use of complex passwords and increases the security of your entire IT system.
Groups and Roles
Clear Responsibilities
Our Access Management allows you to define access rights centrally by assigning them to specific roles or groups. Individuals in the “Administrator” group naturally have significantly more extensive rights than regular users or students. This protects sensitive data and IT processes from unauthorized access and makes your IT more secure.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Access Management
What Does IAM Stand For?
IAM stands for Identity & Access Management. In IT, access management is also known as access administration and is an important aspect of cyber security. It involves the management and control of user identities within a computer network. IAM describes a series of processes to identify the right users and provide them with the appropriate access to the right resources at the right time. These processes include password management, policy compliance and the logging of access events. While password management is implemented as an organizational process of IAM and policy compliance refers to external requirements that must be met by IAM systems, the logging of access events refers to the implementation of organizational guidelines to ensure transparency and traceability of access.
How Does an IAM Work?
Identity & Access Management enables companies to effectively manage and protect the identities and access rights of their users. It focuses on two main aspects: authentication and authorization. During authentication, the IAM verifies the identity of users using usernames and passwords, biometric data or multifactorial methods. Once the identity has been verified, authorization follows, in which the IAM determines which resources and data the authenticated individual may access. These access rights are often based on defined roles, which can vary depending on the position in the company. This ensures that each account only has access to the information relevant to their tasks. Particularly in large companies, well-functioning access management is crucial to ensure the security of company data. An efficient IAM system plays a central role in this and can make a significant contribution to the security strategy.
What Does Access Management Do?
Access management is a central element of information security. It enables precise control of who can access which information or resource within a network or system. Access management does this by assigning specific access rights. Access management has two main tasks: Firstly, to ensure that only authorized individuals have access to certain information or resources. Secondly, to determine the extent of this access. This includes denying access to information or resources if the person does not have the appropriate authorizations. Access management systems are therefore essential tools for any organization that values security and data protection. They can be integrated into various areas within a company, such as IT security, human resources or compliance management. Effective access management plays a key role in ensuring the security and integrity of data and minimizing the risk of data leaks or security breaches. Another important feature of access management is the ability to track and monitor activities. This allows security incidents to be better tracked and future incidents to be prevented. To put it briefly, access management provides a solid foundation for secure access to and use of company information and resources.
