Apono Enhances Cloud Access Management for Better Identity Security

Apono, a leader in cloud privileged access solutions, recently unveiled a substantial update to its Cloud Access Management Platform. This enhancement focuses on strengthening security measures for both human and non-human identities (NHIs). The new capabilities aim to facilitate a move towards a 'just-enough' least-privilege access model across organizations' cloud ecosystems, which are becoming increasingly vital as automation and cloud adoption rise.

In today’s expansive digital landscape, organizations face lingering challenges posed by over-privileged non-human identities. These entities, which include service accounts, API keys, and various automation agents, often outnumber human users and can introduce significant risks to cloud infrastructures. According to Apono's CTO, Ofir Stein, “The widespread growth of over-privileged non-human identities in the cloud presents a critical security challenge.” The company's latest update is crafted to arm businesses with the necessary tools to manage and secure these identities effectively.

Key Features of the Updated Platform

The Apono Cloud Access Management Platform update introduces several essential features that together create a robust framework for identity management:

1. Discovery and Observability: The platform can efficiently identify different types of NHIs, enabling organizations to understand their identity landscape better.

2. Risk Assessment and Recommendation: By evaluating the risk associated with discovered NHIs, the platform helps organizations decide on necessary actions to mitigate such risks.

3. Just Enough Access and Least Privilege Migration: Apono's tools enable organizations to reduce permission levels on NHIs, automating Just-Enough Access provisioning and facilitating an easier transition to a least-privilege access model.

4. Dormant and Zombie NHI Identification and Quarantine: The platform can find unused or abandoned identities that pose heightened risks and effectively quarantine them by removing their access permissions.

This latest update underscores Apono’s commitment to ensuring that businesses benefit from both operational efficiency and security, an increasingly critical balance as organizations strive to implement zero-trust architectures. By delivering these capabilities, Apono allows organizations to take crucial steps towards better managing identities within a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Industry Recognition and Upcoming Events

Founded in 2022 by Rom Carmel and Ofir Stein, Apono has quickly gained recognition for its innovative approaches to identity security and access management. The company emphasizes leveraging over two decades of combined expertise in cybersecurity and DevOps solutions. Apono’s platform has served numerous organizations, including many Fortune 500 companies, and is recognized in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Privileged Access Management.

Apono is set to showcase its enhanced capabilities at Identiverse 2025, scheduled for June 3 to 6 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Conference attendees will have the opportunity to see a live demonstration of Apono's NHI solutions at Booth #232 in the NHI Pavilion. Additionally, Apono representatives will participate in a workshop panel discussion focusing on solutions for managing NHI risks in today’s cloud environments.

“Organizations need to adopt a strategic path of risk analysis and remediation when it comes to managing NHIs,” mentions Simon Moffatt, Founder and Research Analyst at The Cyber Hut. Apono’s investment in improving NHI management illustrates the growing market demand for these vital security measures, providing significant value to any organization attempting to navigate the complexities of modern cloud infrastructures.