Infosec glossary entry

ACL

ACL:
Access Control List

An Access Control List (ACL) is a list that defines which users or system processes have permission to access specific resources or perform certain actions on a system. Each entry in an ACL specifies a subject (like a user or group) and the permissions granted (such as read, write, or execute). ACLs are commonly used in file systems and network devices to manage security, ensuring that only authorized entities can access sensitive data or functionalities. By managing permissions effectively, ACLs help maintain the integrity and confidentiality of information.

is a function that watches incoming and outgoing traffic and compares it with a set of defined statements. https://www.ittsystems.com/access-control-list-acl/

By jean-christoph

March 10, 2022

identity management
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