Why Trust Doesn't Mean Sharing Access Credentials

Your weakest link isn’t tech - it’s trust. Not the firewalls. Not the EDR. Not the SIEM. It’s the overprivileged accounts. The shared credentials. The assumptions that everyone’s doing the right thing. Access without scrutiny is risk. • Audit roles with Microsoft Entra ID Governance • Enforce least privilege with PIM and Conditional Access • Automate identity lifecycle with Entra workflows • Detect insider threats with Defender for Identity and Purview • Monitor behavioural anomalies in Microsoft Defender XDR Trust is earned - not assumed. And in security, trust without verification is how breaches begin. #microsoftsecurity #entraid #securityarchitecture #RyansRecaps

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘅𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗠𝗕𝘀 Proxy accounts—or shared, generic accounts used by multiple users—may seem like a convenient solution for businesses. But for SMBs, they can pose significant security risks and operational challenges. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘅𝘆 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘀? 1️⃣ 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: When multiple users share credentials, it’s nearly impossible to track actions back to a specific individual. This lack of accountability can lead to errors, misuse, or even malicious activity going unnoticed. 2️⃣ 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀: Proxy accounts often use simple, shared passwords that aren’t changed regularly, making them a prime target for hackers. 3️⃣𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸𝘀: Many industries have strict regulations requiring user-specific access logs. Proxy accounts can lead to non-compliance and hefty fines. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘅𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗦𝗠𝗕𝘀: 👉 Data Breaches: A single compromised proxy account can expose sensitive information across your network. 👉 Operational Disruptions: Lack of visibility can delay incident response, causing prolonged downtime. 👉 Reputational Damage: Failing to secure access points can erode trust with clients and stakeholders. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? ✔️ Replace proxy accounts with individual accounts tied to specific users. ✔️ Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all accounts. ✔️ Regularly audit access permissions and remove unused accounts. ✔️ Use role-based access controls to ensure employees only access what they need. 💡 At Kalluri IT, we help SMBs enhance security by eliminating weak points like proxy accounts. Let’s work together to protect your business from unnecessary risks. #CyberSecurity #AccessManagement #ITSupport #SMBProtection #BusinessResilience

Zero Trust Security: Why "Trust" is the Biggest Security Risk For years, security has been built on the idea that everything inside the network is safe, and threats are only on the outside. But that mindset is outdated and dangerous. Today, attackers don’t just come from the outside. Phishing, credential leaks, misconfigurations, and insider threats mean that assuming trust is a liability. This is where Zero Trust Security comes in. What is Zero Trust? Zero Trust is exactly what it sounds like: "Never trust, always verify." No one whether they’re an employee, a vendor, or even a system inside your own network gets a free pass. Every access request must be authenticated, authorized, and continuously monitored. Why Does It Matter? 🔹 Remote Work & Cloud → Employees log in from anywhere, using personal devices. No traditional network perimeter exists. 🔹 Cyber Threats are Evolving → Hackers don’t break in they log in with stolen credentials. 🔹 Compliance is Getting Stricter → Regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS now require stronger security measures. How Do You Build a Zero Trust System? ✅ Verify Every Access Request – Use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and identity-based security (OAuth, SAML, OpenID). ✅ Limit Access to the Minimum Needed – Apply least privilege access for users and applications. No one should have more access than they need. ✅ Assume Breach – Monitor traffic, log all access, and use automated alerts to detect suspicious activity. ✅ Segment Everything – Prevent attackers from moving across your system by isolating workloads and restricting internal access. #SystemDesign #ZeroTrust #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #CloudSecurity