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Types of Authorization Methods

Types of Authorization Methods

Authorization Methods determine how access is granted to resources based on roles, attributes, or policies.


Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Permissions are granted based on user roles within an organization. For example, an "Admin" role might have access to manage user accounts, while a "Viewer" role can only read data.


Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)

Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)

Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC): Access is determined by attributes such as user location, device, or time of access. For instance, a user may only access data if they are in a specific geographical location.


Policy-Based Access Control (PBAC)

Policy-Based Access Control (PBAC)

Policy-Based Access Control (PBAC): PBAC uses predefined rules and policies to allow or deny access. It enables fine-grained control, such as permitting actions only during specific hours or for specific tasks.