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Reduce Healthcare Insider Threats with

Identity and Access Management

By Zac Amos, Features Editor of ReHack

Identity and access management (IAM) refers to the policies, procedures and technologies used to
manage and control access to digital resources and systems. IAM plays a crucial role in cybersecurity,
particularly in mitigating insider threats. Insider threats occur when employees, contractors or third-party
vendors with authorized access to sensitive systems and data intentionally or unintentionally misuse their
privileges, resulting in security breaches, data loss or theft.

Health care organizations are particularly vulnerable to insider threats due to the sensitive nature of the
data they handle, including medical records, personal information and financial data. Learn how to protect
such critical information with identity and access management.

Understanding Identity and Access Management

IAM is a comprehensive framework that ensures users and entities can access the resources they need
to perform their jobs effectively while preventing unauthorized access. It involves managing the digital

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