Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) in the eTag Fuse platform provides a dynamic and adaptive security solution, continuously assessing the risk of access attempts based on various real-time factors. Unlike traditional access control methods that remain static, RiBAC adjusts the level of authentication and authorization requirements depending on the risk level associated with each access attempt.
RiBAC allows organizations to proactively mitigate risks associated with high-risk access requests while offering a seamless user experience for low-risk scenarios. The system considers factors like user behavior, device security, contextual information, network, and resource sensitivity to ensure that only appropriately secured access is granted.
1.1 Dynamic Access Control: Unlike static models such as Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), RiBAC dynamically adjusts access permissions based on real-time risk evaluations.
1.2 Improved Security Posture: By constantly evaluating risk factors, RiBAC provides enhanced security for high-risk access attempts, preventing unauthorized access to sensitive data.
1.3 Seamless User Experience: For low-risk users, RiBAC minimizes friction, allowing them to access resources without unnecessary barriers or security checks.
1.4 Compliance: RiBAC helps organizations meet security and compliance requirements by dynamically adjusting controls based on real-time risk assessments.
2.1 Risk Evaluation: Real-time calculation of risk scores based on behavioral, contextual, device, and compliance factors.
2.2 Rules and Actions: Event-driven rules that trigger specific actions, such as Multi-Factor Verification (MFV) or access termination, depending on the risk level.
2.3 Integration with External Systems: Data from external sources like threat intelligence or compliance databases can be used to enhance risk evaluations.
3.1 Who is this page intended for
This page is designed for security administrators, IT professionals, and decision-makers responsible for managing access control within organizations using the eTag Fuse platform. It is also valuable for compliance officers and technical architects who are looking to implement adaptive, risk-based security measures to protect sensitive resources.
3.2 Prerequisites
This knowledge base is tailored to those who need to adopt or manage dynamic security mechanisms, particularly in environments where sensitive data protection is crucial and compliance regulations must be met.
4.1 What is RiBAC?
Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) is a dynamic and adaptive security model that adjusts access controls in real-time based on the calculated risk of each access attempt. Unlike traditional models like Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), which rely on static roles and permissions, RiBAC continuously evaluates risk, ensuring that high-risk attempts trigger stricter security measures, while low-risk attempts proceed with minimal friction.
4.2 Key Features of RiBAC in the eTag Fuse Platform
4.3 How RiBAC Works in the eTag Fuse Platform
In the eTag Fuse platform, RiBAC continuously evaluates risk at key points, such as during authentication, resource access, or changes in the session. The evaluation considers numerous factors, including user behavior, device security, contextual information (e.g., time, location), network conditions, and the sensitivity of the resource being accessed. Based on the overall risk score, Fuse can apply the appropriate security controls, such as:
5.1 When Risk Evaluation Occurs
In the eTag Fuse platform, risk evaluation happens at key points in the user's interaction with the system:
5.2 Risk Level Ranges
The platform assigns a risk level between 0 and 100, where:
5.3 Factors Influencing Risk Levels
The following factors contribute to the calculation of the risk score:
5.4 Dynamic Risk Level Adjustments
Risk levels are not static. During an active session, the risk score can increase or decrease based on real-time events or triggers:
6.1 Real-Time Adaptability
The eTag Fuse platform uses adaptive risk-based controls to adjust user permissions and access in real time based on changes in risk levels. This adaptability ensures that the system can respond to evolving threats or behaviors during an active session. For example:
6.2 Integration with External Systems
To enhance its adaptability, the eTag Fuse platform integrates with external systems such as threat intelligence platforms, compliance databases, or network monitoring tools. This integration allows the platform to receive real-time updates on potential risks, further informing its adaptive controls.
6.3 Example Scenarios
6.4 Automation of Adaptive Responses
Adaptive responses in the Fuse platform are automated. Administrators can set up rules that define how the platform should respond to specific risk level changes. These responses may include:
Each risk factor category in the eTag Fuse platform plays a specific role in assessing and determining the risk level for each session or access attempt. Below are the risk factors with descriptions for each category.
Behavioral risk factors assess user behavior patterns and identify deviations from normal behavior. These factors help detect potential account compromise or abnormal usage patterns. Common behavioral risk factors include:
Compliance factors ensure that access meets regulatory and organizational policies, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS. These factors are particularly important in industries where data protection is mandated by law. Compliance risk factors include:
Contextual factors assess the situational context of the access attempt, such as the time of access or location. These factors help determine if the access attempt is happening in an unusual or suspicious context. Common contextual factors include:
Device risk factors assess the security posture and status of the device being used to access the system. These factors ensure that only secure and verified devices are used. Common device risk factors include:
Geopolitical risk factors assess risks related to the geographical and political environment from which access is attempted. For example, access from politically unstable or sanctioned regions may indicate higher risks. Common geopolitical risk factors include:
Network risk factors assess the security of the network through which access is requested. This includes verifying whether the connection is encrypted and whether proper network security measures, such as firewalls, are in place. Common network risk factors include:
Session risk factors track the behavior of the user’s session, such as session duration, inactivity periods, and IP address changes during the session. These factors help detect session hijacking or other suspicious activity during an active session. Common session risk factors include:
User risk factors focus on the user’s identity, roles, and privileges. This category evaluates the user's role risk sensitivity, privilege level, and past behavior, such as attempts to escalate privileges. It also considers the resources the user is trying to access and their associated risk sensitivity. Common user risk factors include:
In the eTag Fuse platform, rules are the foundation of Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC), determining how access is adjusted based on the calculated risk level. Rules are event-driven and can trigger specific actions when conditions are met. These rules help ensure that high-risk behaviors or scenarios receive stricter access controls.
RiBAC rules are triggered based on various events that occur during a user’s session. Below are the key events that can trigger rule evaluation:
When a rule’s conditions are met, one or more actions can be triggered. Actions are security measures that help manage risk by either enforcing additional security controls or limiting access. Below are the common actions supported by the eTag Fuse platform:
In the eTag Fuse platform, administrators can create custom rules using a straightforward interface. Here’s how to define a rule:
Rules are essential for creating a dynamic and responsive security model that adjusts to real-time changes in risk, ensuring that appropriate security measures are in place at all times.
The RiBAC Definition Object in the eTag Fuse platform serves as the core configuration for implementing Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC). It defines the rules, risk factors, actions, and sensitivity levels that the platform uses to dynamically evaluate and control access.
A RiBAC definition object is made up of several components that dictate how risk is calculated and what actions are taken when specific risk thresholds are reached. Below is a breakdown of the key elements.
Risk factors are the elements that contribute to the overall risk score. These factors are defined based on various categories, such as user behavior, device security, context, and compliance.
Each session is assigned a risk level that is calculated by evaluating the defined risk factors. The risk level typically falls within a predefined range (e.g., 0–100) and dictates what actions should be taken.
Rules in the RiBAC definition object define the conditions under which certain actions are triggered. These rules are event-driven and can be tailored based on specific access scenarios.
Actions are the steps taken in response to a rule being triggered. These can range from enforcing additional verification to completely blocking access. Common actions include:
Risk sensitivity levels can be assigned to resources such as applications, files, and systems to define how sensitive they are and what risk level is acceptable for access.
To configure the RiBAC definition object in the eTag Fuse platform, follow these steps:
To enable Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) in the eTag Fuse platform, administrators must define a RiBAC configuration. This configuration includes settings that calculate the session risk level and dynamically adjust access based on real-time factors.
The first step in enabling RiBAC is creating a RiBAC definition. Follow these steps to set up a new RiBAC definition in the eTag Fuse platform:
As part of the configuration, Risk Sensitivity levels must be assigned to various resources. These levels help the system determine how sensitive the resource is and what level of risk is acceptable before access is granted.
To update a group’s risk sensitivity, navigate to Fuse > Security > Groups, select the group, and update the Risk Sensitivity field. This applies across all types of resources within the platform, ensuring that sensitivity can be managed on a granular level.
Once RiBAC is enabled, the system will assign a Risk Level to each session based on predefined factors in the RiBAC definition. The Fuse platform continuously monitors user sessions and adjusts risk levels dynamically based on behavior, device changes, and other contextual factors.
Depending on the risk level assigned, various actions can be enforced, such as:
The eTag Fuse platform can leverage its integration capabilities to gather data from external systems that influence the risk calculation. This might include:
The Fuse platform’s ability to integrate with these external systems ensures that risk evaluations are comprehensive and responsive to outside conditions.
The eTag Fuse platform’s RiBAC system is applicable across various industries, particularly those that handle sensitive data or need to comply with strict security standards. Below are real-world use cases demonstrating how RiBAC is implemented to enhance security while maintaining usability.
Banks and financial institutions rely heavily on RiBAC to protect sensitive financial data and transactional systems. By dynamically adjusting access controls based on real-time user behavior, device security, and network conditions, RiBAC minimizes the risk of fraud and unauthorized access. Specific use cases include:
Healthcare organizations use RiBAC to safeguard Electronic Health Records (EHR) and comply with regulations like HIPAA. By continuously evaluating risk, RiBAC ensures that only authorized personnel can access sensitive patient data. Examples of RiBAC applications in healthcare include:
Law enforcement agencies implement RiBAC to control access to sensitive case files and law enforcement systems. The dynamic nature of RiBAC ensures that only verified and low-risk users can access classified information, reducing the potential for unauthorized access. Common use cases include:
Federal agencies use RiBAC to dynamically adjust access to classified systems and information. The platform’s risk-based controls ensure that only users with low-risk profiles can access sensitive government data. Real-world applications of RiBAC in federal agencies include:
The Department of Defense (DoD) and military organizations use RiBAC to safeguard mission-critical systems and sensitive resources. Access is restricted based on the continuously evaluated risk level of the user, ensuring that only authorized and low-risk personnel have access. Some examples include:
Implementing Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) effectively in the eTag Fuse platform requires careful planning to balance security and usability. Below are best practices for configuring RiBAC to ensure optimal security while maintaining an efficient user experience.
Organizations new to dynamic access control should first establish a solid foundation using Role-Based Access Control (RBAC). RBAC provides static roles and permissions that ensure basic access control across the organization. Once RBAC is in place, RiBAC can be enabled to enhance security by adding dynamic, real-time adjustments based on calculated risk levels.
Clearly defining the Risk Sensitivity of each resource, application, or system is crucial. Sensitive resources should trigger stricter access controls when a higher risk level is detected. Best practices for defining risk sensitivity include:
Granular rules allow administrators to create fine-tuned controls for handling specific events and user behaviors. When configuring RiBAC rules:
Before rolling out RiBAC to your entire organization, it is essential to test and validate the effectiveness of risk thresholds and rule actions. Simulate high-risk and low-risk scenarios to ensure that:
Testing ensures that risk evaluations are appropriately tuned to your organization’s needs.
Multi-Factor Verification (MFV) should be required for access to highly sensitive resources or when the user’s risk level increases during a session. Implementing MFV helps prevent unauthorized access by adding an extra layer of security. Best practices for configuring MFV include:
Risk-based access control requires regular monitoring to stay effective. As access patterns and threats evolve, it’s important to:
Automation can be configured in the eTag Fuse platform to respond to high-risk access attempts in real-time. Automating actions such as terminating a session, sending notifications to the security team, or triggering an incident response workflow ensures that your organization can respond quickly to potential security threats. Examples of automated responses include:
The RiBAC Authentication Flow in the eTag Fuse platform introduces a dynamic risk evaluation layer to the standard authentication process. This flow ensures that access decisions are made based on real-time risk calculations.
User Requests Access:
The user attempts to access the Fuse platform. If not authenticated, the user is redirected to the configured identity provider (IdP) for authentication.
Authentication at IdP:
The user authenticates via the identity provider, which could include the use of a password and Multi-Factor Verification (MFV), depending on the configuration.
Authentication Response to Fuse:
The identity provider returns an authentication response to Fuse, containing the user's identity and claims (such as roles or groups).
Risk Evaluation Before Session Creation:
Before the session is created, Fuse performs a risk evaluation by analyzing various factors, including behavioral, device, and contextual factors. The result of this evaluation is a risk level assigned to the session.
Session Creation:
Based on the calculated risk level, Fuse dynamically adjusts the user’s access to resources. Depending on the risk score, the user may be granted access or prompted to complete additional steps, such as Multi-Factor Verification (MFV) for high-risk scenarios.
Access Granted or Restricted:
The user is either granted access to the Fuse platform, or the system may require additional verification steps based on the session’s risk level.
Below is a visual representation of the RiBAC authentication flow:
If the system detects a change in risk during the authentication process, such as a suspicious device or unusual login location, the risk level can increase or decrease in real-time. This ensures that additional verification steps are only applied when needed, and low-risk users can proceed without interruption.
The RiBAC Authentication Flow seamlessly integrates with identity federation systems. When the Fuse platform is acting as an Identity Provider (IdP), the risk evaluation step happens before federated claims are passed to external service providers (SPs). This ensures that federated access is also controlled based on real-time risk assessments.
The RiBAC Federation Flow in the eTag Fuse platform involves adjusting federated claims based on the user’s calculated risk level. This allows the platform to manage access to third-party applications through Single Sign-On (SSO) and identity federation, ensuring that federated access is risk-aware and dynamically adjusted based on real-time conditions.
User Requests Access to Third-Party Application (SP):
The user attempts to access a third-party service provider (SP) application that uses Fuse for SSO and identity federation.
Redirect to Fuse as IdP:
The service provider (SP) redirects the user to Fuse, which acts as the Identity Provider (IdP) for authentication.
User Authenticates at Fuse:
Fuse authenticates the user using the available authentication methods, such as username and password, along with Multi-Factor Verification (MFV) if required.
Risk Evaluation Before Federation:
Before the federated claims are passed to the service provider (SP), Fuse performs a risk evaluation. Behavioral, device, and contextual factors are analyzed, and the user’s session is assigned a risk level.
Federated Identity Response Adjusted by Risk:
Based on the calculated risk, Fuse adjusts the federated identity claims sent to the service provider (SP). If the user is considered high-risk, certain claims may be omitted, or additional security measures may be enforced (e.g., requiring MFV).
Federated Identity Sent to SP:
The adjusted federated identity is sent to the service provider (SP), allowing the user to access the third-party application.
Access Granted or Restricted:
The service provider grants access to the user, or further actions (such as Multi-Factor Verification) are required depending on the user’s risk level.
Below is a visual representation of the RiBAC federation flow:
When a user’s risk level is high, the federated claims passed to the third-party application may be adjusted to limit access. For example, certain claims that grant higher permissions may be withheld or omitted, ensuring that access to sensitive resources is only granted to users with a low-risk profile.
RiBAC seamlessly integrates with third-party applications through the Fuse platform’s identity federation capabilities. These applications, which act as service providers (SPs), receive federated identity information based on the user’s calculated risk level. This integration ensures that the user’s access to external systems is dynamically controlled based on their session’s risk evaluation.
If a user’s risk level is too high during the federation process, additional security steps such as Multi-Factor Verification (MFV) can be enforced. If the risk remains too high even after verification, access may be denied, and the user’s session may be terminated to protect sensitive resources.
The eTag Fuse platform is designed to handle large-scale, dynamic environments while maintaining optimal performance during Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) evaluations. The platform leverages a distributed architecture and advanced optimization techniques to ensure that real-time risk calculations do not degrade system performance.
To meet the demands of growing user bases and access requirements, the eTag Fuse platform includes several scalability features:
Horizontal Scaling: The platform supports horizontal scaling across multiple nodes, enabling organizations to distribute workloads and handle increasing numbers of users and access requests without performance bottlenecks.
Session Management: The Fuse platform manages user sessions efficiently across distributed nodes, ensuring that risk evaluations and session controls are integrated seamlessly. This ensures that even in large environments, sessions are evaluated consistently and in real-time.
The eTag Fuse platform incorporates several optimizations to ensure that risk evaluations are performed in real-time without introducing significant latency:
Asynchronous Processing: Risk evaluations and enforcement of RiBAC rules are performed asynchronously, allowing the platform to process multiple requests simultaneously without blocking critical processes. This reduces the likelihood of bottlenecks during peak traffic times.
Load Balancing: The platform can integrate with load balancers to distribute access requests evenly across nodes, ensuring that no single node becomes overloaded. This helps maintain performance during authentication, session creation, and access control operations.
Caching: Frequently accessed data, such as risk profiles and user-specific information, can be cached to minimize repeated risk calculations. Caching helps ensure faster response times for common scenarios, such as accessing low-risk resources from known devices.
To ensure the platform remains highly available and fault-tolerant, Fuse implements several strategies for redundancy:
Data Replication: Risk and session data are replicated across multiple nodes to ensure that even if one node fails, the platform can continue operating without loss of session information or risk evaluations.
Failover Mechanisms: The platform supports automatic failover to backup nodes in the event of a failure, ensuring that users experience minimal disruption to their sessions.
The eTag Fuse platform provides real-time monitoring and performance tracking tools that allow administrators to oversee system performance during RiBAC evaluations. These tools help identify potential bottlenecks or performance issues, allowing for proactive adjustments.
Monitoring System Load: Administrators can monitor the load on each node, ensuring that traffic is distributed evenly and that nodes are not overwhelmed during high-traffic periods.
Tracking Authentication Times: The platform tracks the time taken for risk evaluations and authentication, helping administrators optimize configurations if delays are detected.
Performance Alerts: Automated alerts can notify administrators of potential performance issues, such as unusually long session creation times or high-risk evaluation delays.
To prevent performance degradation during high-load scenarios, the Fuse platform optimizes rule processing by ensuring that only the necessary rules are evaluated for each session or access attempt:
Event-Driven Rule Execution: RiBAC rules are triggered only when specific events occur (e.g., session creation, resource access), preventing unnecessary processing.
Granular Rule Application: Administrators can define granular rules that apply only to certain users, groups, or resources, reducing the overall number of rules that need to be evaluated for each access attempt.
Organizations with large-scale deployments must consider capacity planning to ensure that the platform remains responsive as user numbers grow. The Fuse platform supports:
Clustered Environments: Multiple Fuse nodes can be clustered to handle large numbers of users and access requests. Administrators can add new nodes to the cluster as demand increases, ensuring that the platform scales horizontally.
Resource Allocation: The platform allows administrators to allocate additional resources (e.g., CPU, memory) to nodes handling high volumes of traffic or critical access requests.
By optimizing performance and scalability, the eTag Fuse platform ensures that RiBAC evaluations can be performed in real-time, even in large-scale environments, without impacting user experience or system responsiveness.
To enable Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) in the eTag Fuse platform, navigate to Fuse > Security > RiBAC Definitions and create a new RiBAC definition. Configure the appropriate risk factors, rules, and actions to dynamically adjust access based on the risk level.
Risk factors are variables that influence the overall risk level of a session or access attempt. These factors include behavioral patterns (e.g., unusual login times), device security (e.g., antivirus status), contextual factors (e.g., location and time of access), and compliance with organizational policies (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Yes, the eTag Fuse platform allows for the use of traditional Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in combination with Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC). While RBAC provides static roles and permissions, RiBAC adds a dynamic layer of risk-based adjustments, enhancing security by reacting to real-time threats.
Risk levels are calculated by evaluating multiple factors in real-time, such as user behavior, device security, network conditions, and resource sensitivity. Each factor contributes to an overall risk score, which determines what actions (e.g., requiring Multi-Factor Verification, restricting access) will be enforced.
RiBAC enhances traditional access control models by dynamically adjusting access permissions based on real-time risk assessments. This ensures that high-risk users face additional security challenges, while low-risk users experience seamless access. RiBAC provides a proactive defense mechanism against threats like compromised accounts, privilege escalation, and unauthorized access.
RiBAC includes compliance-specific risk factors that ensure access meets regulatory standards like HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI-DSS. These factors can trigger additional security measures for sensitive data, such as requiring multi-factor authentication or restricting access based on the user’s compliance status.
The Fuse platform detects concurrent sessions and can enforce rules based on this behavior. For example, RiBAC can terminate one or more sessions, increase the session's risk level, or send notifications to administrators when concurrent sessions are detected.
Yes, the eTag Fuse platform continuously monitors the user's behavior and device context during the session. If the risk profile changes (e.g., accessing a sensitive resource, changes in device security posture), the risk level may increase or decrease, triggering additional security controls or expanding access based on the updated risk level.
Notifications can be configured to alert security teams when specific events occur, such as a high-risk access attempt, a failed login, or a policy violation. These notifications can be sent in real-time, ensuring immediate response to potential threats.
For low-risk users, the impact is minimal, allowing them to seamlessly access resources without encountering additional barriers. High-risk users, on the other hand, may face more stringent controls such as Multi-Factor Verification (MFV), restricted access to sensitive resources, or session termination if necessary.
Yes, RiBAC integrates with the platform’s Federation Identity Management (FIM) system, allowing it to impact federated claims and identities. Access to third-party applications can be controlled based on real-time risk assessments made in Fuse, ensuring that federated access is secure.
Privilege escalation attempts are monitored as a behavioral risk factor in RiBAC. If a user attempts to escalate their privileges inappropriately, the system can trigger additional security actions, such as increasing the user’s risk level, requiring Multi-Factor Verification (MFV), or terminating the session.
Yes, MFV can be configured as an action for high-risk sessions. When certain risk thresholds are met, the platform can require users to complete additional verification steps before proceeding. MFV can be enforced dynamically based on the calculated risk level during a session.
Resource risk sensitivities define how sensitive certain resources (e.g., applications, files) are in terms of access control. These sensitivities are factored into the overall risk evaluation, ensuring that higher-risk resources require more stringent controls, such as multi-factor authentication or session termination if the user’s risk level is too high.
Organizations should regularly review and update RiBAC rules to ensure they remain effective in the face of evolving threats. It is recommended to adjust rules and risk thresholds based on access patterns, new security threats, or changes in business operations.
Yes, by continuously evaluating user behavior and session activity, RiBAC can detect anomalies that may indicate insider threats. For example, unusual access to sensitive data, attempts to escalate privileges, or abnormal login behavior can trigger actions to limit access or alert security teams.
When a user attempts to access highly sensitive resources, such as classified files or financial data, the platform may increase the session’s risk level and apply additional security controls, such as requiring Multi-Factor Verification (MFV) or restricting access based on real-time risk assessments.
Yes, Fuse’s identity federation capabilities allow RiBAC to work seamlessly with third-party identity providers. The platform applies risk-based controls to all authentication and access attempts, even when users are authenticated through external identity management systems.
When the risk level exceeds the acceptable threshold, Fuse can take actions such as terminating the session, disabling the user’s account, or blocking access to certain resources. The platform's flexibility allows administrators to define thresholds and actions for handling high-risk sessions.
RiBAC’s ability to detect anomalies in real-time can trigger immediate responses, such as sending notifications to the security team, terminating a session, or triggering automated workflows to address potential security incidents. This capability ensures that threats are identified and addressed quickly, limiting potential damage.
The eTag Fuse platform’s Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) offers a robust, adaptive, and dynamic security solution for managing access to critical systems and data. By continuously evaluating risk factors such as user behavior, device status, contextual data, and compliance requirements, the platform ensures that access controls are adjusted in real-time to protect sensitive resources.
Dynamic Access Control: RiBAC dynamically adjusts permissions based on real-time risk assessments, providing stricter controls for high-risk users and more seamless access for low-risk users.
Improved Security Posture: By responding to real-time risk factors, RiBAC helps organizations prevent unauthorized access, mitigate fraud risks, and detect compromised accounts.
Compliance: RiBAC integrates compliance-related risk factors, ensuring that access control measures meet regulatory requirements such as HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI-DSS.
Adaptability: The platform’s adaptability allows for changes in access control as user behavior, device security, or contextual information evolves during an active session.
Unlike traditional access control models like Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), RiBAC provides an additional layer of dynamic security by continuously evaluating risk in real-time. While RBAC assigns static permissions, RiBAC ensures that access decisions are made based on the latest user context, behavioral patterns, and external threat intelligence.
Organizations handling sensitive data, especially in highly regulated industries, benefit most from RiBAC. Examples include:
For organizations managing critical data, RiBAC provides essential protection by continuously evaluating user risk and adjusting access controls dynamically. By incorporating real-time threat intelligence, compliance checks, and behavioral analysis, RiBAC helps mitigate risks and ensures that organizations remain secure in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
As organizations continue to face evolving security challenges, Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) in the eTag Fuse platform offers an effective and scalable solution for managing access dynamically and adaptively. By integrating real-time risk assessments with traditional security models like RBAC, RiBAC helps ensure that sensitive resources remain protected without sacrificing the user experience for low-risk users.
For organizations handling sensitive data—such as healthcare providers, financial institutions, law enforcement, and government agencies—RiBAC is a critical enhancement to any access control strategy. It provides a flexible, real-time security framework that adapts to evolving threats while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) is particularly valuable for organizations that need to manage complex security risks, especially those handling sensitive data or operating in highly regulated industries. The following types of organizations benefit the most from the dynamic, real-time access control provided by RiBAC.
Banks and financial institutions face constant threats from fraud and unauthorized access to financial systems. RiBAC offers the ability to dynamically adjust access controls based on user behavior, device security, and network conditions, ensuring that high-risk activities (such as suspicious transactions) are identified and mitigated.
Healthcare organizations handle highly sensitive patient information and must comply with stringent regulations such as HIPAA. RiBAC ensures that only authorized personnel can access Electronic Health Records (EHR) and other sensitive data by dynamically assessing the risk of each access attempt.
Law enforcement agencies deal with sensitive investigative data and case files. RiBAC helps ensure that access to these sensitive resources is granted only to authorized personnel and adjusted based on real-time risk evaluations.
Federal agencies manage classified systems and information that must be protected from unauthorized access. RiBAC helps ensure that only users with low-risk profiles can access classified government data and systems by dynamically adjusting access controls based on behavioral, device, and contextual factors.
The military and Department of Defense (DoD) handle mission-critical systems that require strict access controls. RiBAC helps ensure that only authorized and low-risk personnel can access sensitive defense systems by evaluating user behavior and risk in real time.
Large enterprises that work with external partners, contractors, or geographically distributed teams benefit from RiBAC by controlling access to sensitive internal systems and resources. RiBAC ensures that access is granted based on the risk level of each session, preventing unauthorized access to confidential information.
Smaller organizations with lower security needs may not immediately require the complexity of RiBAC but can start with Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to manage basic access. As their security requirements grow, they can transition to RiBAC for more dynamic, risk-based control over sensitive resources.
For organizations handling sensitive data—such as healthcare providers, financial institutions, law enforcement, and government agencies—RiBAC offers a critical security enhancement. It allows these organizations to dynamically adjust access based on real-time risk factors, ensuring that their most sensitive resources are protected while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
For more information on the security capabilities of the eTag Fuse platform, visit the eTag Technologies website.
The eTag Fuse platform stands out from other access control systems by offering a highly adaptive and dynamic Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) model. Below are the key differentiators that set Fuse’s RiBAC capabilities apart from traditional access control models and other security platforms.
The Fuse platform continuously monitors user sessions, dynamically adjusting access permissions based on real-time risk assessments. This allows the platform to react immediately to evolving threats, ensuring that security measures are always aligned with the current risk level.
Fuse’s Federation Identity Management (FIM) capabilities allow for seamless integration with third-party applications while maintaining dynamic risk-based controls. Federated claims and identities can be adjusted in real-time based on the calculated risk level, ensuring that external applications receive the appropriate access control adjustments.
The Fuse platform allows administrators to define a comprehensive set of risk factors, including behavioral, device, compliance, contextual, and geopolitical elements. This granular control enables more accurate risk assessments tailored to the unique security needs of each organization.
Fuse’s RiBAC system offers automated responses to changing risk levels. Administrators can configure dynamic controls to trigger actions like Multi-Factor Verification (MFV), session termination, or access restrictions based on the user’s risk profile.
The platform allows for the creation of highly customizable rules based on user behavior, resource access, and changes in risk levels. These rules can be tailored to specific users, groups, or resources, allowing for precise control over access decisions.
Fuse integrates with external compliance systems, threat intelligence platforms, and network monitoring tools to gather real-time data that informs its risk assessments. This ensures that risk evaluations are not only based on internal factors but also on external conditions that may affect security.
Fuse’s RiBAC capabilities extend beyond the platform itself, allowing organizations to enforce adaptive access controls across multiple domains and external applications. By integrating with identity federation systems, Fuse ensures that risk-based controls are applied consistently, whether the user is accessing internal resources or external applications.
The Fuse platform is designed to scale seamlessly, making it ideal for large organizations with complex security needs. By leveraging horizontal scaling, asynchronous processing, and load balancing, Fuse ensures that RiBAC evaluations can be performed in real-time without impacting system performance.
Fuse’s RiBAC system integrates with regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS, allowing organizations to meet compliance requirements while ensuring that sensitive data is protected.
Administrators can manage RiBAC settings, rules, and risk factors centrally through Fuse’s intuitive user interface. Real-time monitoring tools provide visibility into session activity, risk evaluations, and rule triggers, enabling organizations to make informed decisions about security policies.
The Fuse platform is highly customizable, allowing organizations to tailor the RiBAC system to their specific security needs. From defining custom risk factors to creating unique rules, administrators have full control over how the platform handles access control.
For further learning and in-depth exploration of Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) and its implementation in the eTag Fuse platform, the following resources are available.
Risk-Based Access Control (RiBAC) Overview
This audio conversation dives into the details of RiBAC within the eTag Fuse platform, exploring key concepts like dynamic risk evaluations, rule-based actions, and integration with identity federation systems. Ideal for users looking to understand how RiBAC can enhance security in practical, real-world scenarios.
For more detailed documentation and guidelines on RiBAC implementation, compliance requirements, and access control strategies, refer to the following external resources:
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Compliance
Official guidelines on GDPR compliance, including requirements for data protection and access control.
GDPR Guidelines
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
An overview of HIPAA regulations and best practices for managing access to protected health information (PHI).
HIPAA Compliance
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS)
PCI-DSS compliance guidelines, including requirements for secure access to cardholder data and transaction systems.
PCI-DSS Compliance
If you need additional help with configuring or managing RiBAC, contact the eTag Technologies Team for guidance: