In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, Network Access Control (NAC) stands out as a critical technology and process for authenticating and authorizing users on a private or corporate network. NAC not only restricts unauthorized access but aligns closely with the principles of Zero Trust — assuming no entity is trusted by default and that every user and device must be authenticated.
Why Implement NAC? Understanding the Problems It Solves
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Intrusion and Anomaly Detection: NAC plays a pivotal role in preventing unauthorized access to private networks and detecting abnormal network behavior. Advanced NAC solutions perform both pre and post-authentication checks, ensuring that connected devices maintain a good security state.
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