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in safeguards that protect users and systems without hindering day-to-day operations.
Automation to enhance machine identity management
One way to reinforce IoT security is to reduce the burden on human administrators by introducing automated processes that handle identity management. When factories and supply chains become more connected, the number of machine identities – ranging from cameras and sensors to
By standardising processes, manufacturers avoid the risk of gaps in coverage when employees move on or when devices are added at a rapid pace. autonomous vehicles – often surpasses human identities by a wide margin.
Managing such a scale manually creates space for human error and leads to inconsistencies in device authentication and credential updates. Automated workflows for identity and certificate management help solve this challenge. For instance, digital certificates can be generated, assigned and periodically renewed through predefined policies, ensuring that devices always have current credentials. Automation also covers password rotation and immediate credential revocation for decommissioned devices, which prevents overlooked accounts from becoming weak links in the system.
By standardising processes, manufacturers avoid the risk of gaps in coverage when employees move on or when devices are added at a rapid pace. This approach not only heightens security but also frees up IT teams to concentrate on higher-level objectives rather than repetitive manual tasks.
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