Description: Excessive permissions refer to the practice of granting users or applications more privileges than necessary to perform their functions. This situation can arise in IT environments, where identity and access management is crucial for maintaining security. When unnecessary permissions are granted, the risk increases that an attacker could exploit those credentials to access sensitive data or perform unauthorized actions. Additionally, excessive permissions can lead to human errors, where a user, having access to more resources than required, may accidentally modify or delete critical information. Proper permission management is essential to ensure that each user or application has access only to what they truly need, thereby minimizing the attack surface and improving the overall security posture of the organization. Today, many companies are adopting ‘least privilege’ approaches, where permissions are regularly evaluated and adjusted to ensure they align with the actual needs of users and applications. This practice not only helps protect sensitive information but also facilitates compliance with security regulations and standards.
