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Section 1
Access Control & Password Management
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Preview: Identity and access security
Preview includes- 4 of 5 lesson topics
- 1 overview segment
- 3 core concepts
- 2 exam tips
Lesson Topics
- Authentication vs. authorization
- DAC, MAC, RBAC, ABAC
- Least privilege and separation of duties
- Privileged/service account controls
Overview
This card covers the current GSEC objective: Access Control & Password Management.
Core Concepts
- Authentication proves an identity; authorization determines what that identity may do; access enforcement applies the decision.
- Least privilege limits permissions to what the task requires, while separation of duties prevents one identity from controlling an entire sensitive workflow.
- RBAC grants permissions through roles; ABAC evaluates attributes such as user, resource, device state, transaction value, location, and time.
Exam Tips
- Read the scenario for the exact failure mode before selecting a control.
- Prefer the control that directly addresses the demonstrated risk while respecting stated operational constraints.
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Section 2
Container and MacOS Security
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Cryptography
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Cryptography Application
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Section 5
Data Loss Prevention and Mobile Device Security
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Defense in Depth
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Defensible Network Architecture
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Endpoint Security
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Section 9
Enforcing Windows Security Policy
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Section 10
Incident Handling & Response
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Linux Fundamentals
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Linux Security and Hardening
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Log Management & SIEM
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Malicious Code & Exploit Mitigation
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Network Security Devices
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Networking & Protocols
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Security Frameworks and CIS Controls
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Virtualization, Cloud Security, and AI Essentials
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Vulnerability Scanning and Penetration Testing
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Section 20
Web Communication Security
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Section 21
Windows Access Controls
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Section 22
Windows as a Service
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Windows Automation, Auditing, and Forensics
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Windows Security Infrastructure
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Section 25
Windows Services and Microsoft Cloud
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Section 26
Wireless Network Security
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