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Overview

User and Group Management

SyncNow ensures robust security through a comprehensive user and group management system. Internal users and groups are defined within the application to control access and permissions effectively. By assigning privileges to specific groups, SyncNow restricts access to various areas of the application based on the user's role and responsibilities. This role-based access control (RBAC) mechanism ensures that only authorized users can perform sensitive actions or view confidential information.

Authentication Providers

To enhance security and streamline the authentication process, SyncNow integrates with multiple authentication providers, including:

  • LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol): SyncNow supports LDAP for user authentication and management, allowing seamless integration with existing directory services. This enables centralized user management and enforces organizational security policies.

  • Active Directory: By supporting Active Directory (AD), SyncNow allows users to authenticate using their Windows domain credentials. This integration simplifies the login process for users within a Windows environment and leverages the security features provided by AD, such as password policies and account lockout mechanisms.

  • Entra ID: SyncNow integrates with Entra ID (AAD) to provide secure authentication for cloud-based and hybrid environments. AAD offers advanced security features such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), conditional access policies, and seamless single sign-on (SSO) across various applications and services.

Privilege Management

Privileges in SyncNow are assigned to groups rather than individual users. This group-based privilege management ensures a scalable and maintainable security model. Administrators can define permissions for different areas of the application, such as data access, administrative functions, and configuration settings. By managing permissions at the group level, SyncNow simplifies the process of onboarding new users and adjusting access rights as roles change.

Additional Security Measures

To further secure the application, SyncNow employs various additional security measures, including:

  • Encryption: All sensitive data, both at rest and in transit, is encrypted using industry-standard encryption algorithms to protect against unauthorized access and data breaches.

  • Audit Logs: SyncNow maintains detailed audit logs of all user activities within the application. These logs provide visibility into user actions and can be used for monitoring, compliance, and forensic analysis.

  • Session Management: Secure session management practices are implemented to prevent session hijacking and ensure that user sessions are properly authenticated and authorized.

Compliance and Standards

SyncNow is designed to comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring that the application meets the necessary security and privacy criteria. Regular security assessments and audits are conducted to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.