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Just in Time Access to

Sumo logic

Gain security assurance with just in time access to Sumo Logic. Enhance operational efficiency while safeguarding cloud data analytics.

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Time-bound admin role escalations

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Temporary access that is revoked when no longer needed

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Faster access for employees and contractors

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Audit logs and access reviews

What is Just in Time Access?

Just-In-Time (JIT) access refers to a security model where a user's access rights are only enabled for the duration necessary to perform a specific task. After this duration, the access is automatically revoked to limit potential exploitation from hackers and unauthorized users. It is commonly used in cloud environments and for privileged access management.

Benefits of Just in Time Access to

Sumo logic

1. Streamlined User Access Control: Just in time access in Sumo Logic realizes the tenet of least privilege security, granting only necessary permissions to users for specific tasks and limiting the time duration of access. This eliminates the risks of excessive privileges and reduces human errors by providing users with only the permissions they need.

2. Minimized Insider Threats: Just in time privilege escalation minimizes insider threats since the access to valuable resources is granted for a minimal duration on an as-needed basis. Ensuring temporary access to sensitive data can significantly reduce the likelihood of internal data breaches or misuse.

3. Enhanced Operational Efficiency: Sumo Logic's just in time access and just in time privilege escalation streamline the process of managing and implementing permissions, resulting in improved operational efficiency. It reduces the manual labor of changing permissions repeatedly and automatically provides appropriate access based on user role or task requirement.

4. Simplified Compliance Auditing: These just in time access methodologies help simplify audit processes for compliance by providing clear visibility into who had access to what, when, and for what purpose. As each permission granted is documented, along with its time frame, audits become easier, lowering the stress of maintaining regulatory standards.

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Use Cases for Just in Time Access to

Sumo logic

1. Incident Response: Just in time admin access can be used for immediate threat identification and response, enabling the admin to quickly access necessary logs and information in order to mitigate potential security incidents.

2. System Troubleshooting: In the event of system outages or errors, just in time admin access to Sumo Logic can provide in-depth visibility into system logs for efficient troubleshooting and quick resolution.

3. Compliance Audits: Just in time admin access can be beneficial during compliance audits, allowing for swift access to key system logs and data required to meet regulatory compliance standards.

How to Implement Just in Time Access to

Sumo logic

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1. Planning.

  • Assessment
    Begin by determining who needs access, what resources they require, and why those resources are necessary. Evaluate and document current access permissions to see if any can be trimmed down or removed entirely. An entitlement discovery tool can provide enhanced visibility into this.
  • Policy creation
    Establish clear policies for authorizing and revoking access. Set guidelines on who can request access, under what conditions, and for how long. Time-bound parameters for privileged roles should be set as well.
  • Source of truth
    Synchronize your JIT access framework with an Identity Provider such as Okta, Google Workspace, Azure AD, OneLogin. This becomes the authoritative source for user identities. Prioritize individual identities over shared accounts for improved security controls and audit precision.

2. Execution.

  • Self-serve access requests
    Streamline processes by enabling users to request access through the system rather than through individuals. Boost adoption rates with integrations to IM platforms like Slack or MS Teams. Make sure access requests are thorough, highlighting the requester, desired resources/role, duration, and rationale.
  • Approval process
    JIT access allows organizations to entrust access approvals to individuals with a relevant business context. Resource owner or unit managers generally have a better sense of this than an IT helpdesk. Enable quick responses via messaging platforms, providing approvers with all necessary information for informed decisions.
  • Conditional approval workflows
    Embed pre-set policies into workflows to oversee access rights. Assign conditional rules such as "If identity group 'X' requests access to 'Y', then seek approval from 'Z' and notify 'M'".
  • Integrations
    Integrate JIT access with other IT and security platforms to achieve maximum flexibility. Link up with IT ticketing systems for automated access premised on ticket status, with data classification systems for policy flexibility based on data sensitivity, and with on-call schedule software for automated approvals during emergencies.
  • Automated provisioning and deprovisioning
    For successful JIT Access, a nuanced understanding of Sumo Logic is critical to automatically control fine-grained access within the service. This automation reduces reliance on person-driven approvals and allows for automatic revocation of access, embodying the principle of least privilege access (POLP). Ideally, manage all permissions centrally without the need for unique environments for each application within the organization.
  • Access Methods
    For Sumo Logic JIT Access, APIs provide flexibility and real-time capabilities. However, a hybrid model may be required, leveraging SAML for authentication, SCIM for user provisioning, and APIs for precise access management.

3. Maintenance.

  • Regular audits
    Regularly check access logs to ensure smooth running of JIT access. Track any unusual trends or activities, either directly or via your SIEM. Automate the user access review process to speed up evidence gathering, appoint reviewers, and maintain compliance with relevant industry standards or regulations.
  • User Training
    Inform users about the importance of least privilege, JIT Access, and its functioning. Make sure users know how to make access requests when needed.
  • Feedback loop
    Consistently review your JIT access protocols. Solicit feedback from users and IT staff to identify areas for improvement.

With this structured approach, implementing a robust JIT Access system for Sumo Logic should be attainable.

Temporary JIT Access to

Sumo logic

with Entitle

Entitle provides self-serve access requests, flexible policy workflows, and automated provisioning, to restrict unneeded access across cloud infra and SaaS.

Entitle has a native integration with

Sumo logic

Entitle has an IdP integration with

Sumo logic

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Add/remove users from groups in an identity provider
JIT access: self-service requests and authorization workflows
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Manage temporary access to

Sumo logic

with Entitle

  • Bundles lets you consolidate various resources from within Sumo Logic and other applications into a single access request.
  • Our system facilitates quick and easy installation, which can be completed in mere minutes and deployed within a few days.
  • We provide native integrations to over 100 of the most widely-used cloud services and applications right out of the box.
  • As an API-first company, our system is nimble and capable of swiftly adapting to your unique needs.
  • Our service is highly customizable and integrates seamlessly with on-call schedules, ticketing systems, HRIS, and more to expedite access.
  • With automated governance and user access review tasks, compliance with regulatory requirements is made simpler and more efficient.

"I like Entitle because it’s one of those tools I can set up and forget about. I never have to go into it and it just works."

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What is

Sumo logic

Sumo Logic is a cloud-native, machine data analytics service that focuses on security, operations, and business intelligence applications. It provides real-time visibility into AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. This platform allows users to collect and analyze large amounts of data, aiding in monitoring, troubleshooting, securing applications, and conducting necessary audits.

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What is Entitle?

Entitle is how cloud-forward companies provide employees with temporary, granular and just-in-time access within their cloud infrastructure and SaaS applications. Entitle easily integrates with your stack, offering self-serve access requests, instant visibility into your cloud entitlements and making user access reviews a breeze.

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