Access management is a critical component of cybersecurity and compliance, especially for financial institutions where security expectations are paramount. The challenges surrounding permissions management, particularly during user access reviews, are increasing due to regulatory expectations and the complexity of banking applications. In this blog post, we’ll explore the regulatory expectations, common exam findings, and best practices that can help your organization manage user access effectively while adhering to the principle of least privilege – limiting user access to only the resources necessary to perform their job functions.
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