Leveraging Credentials As Unique Identifiers: A Pragmatic Approach To NHI Inventories

Identity-based attacks are increasing, with attackers mostly using stolen credentials and targeting non-human identities like API keys and tokens. Securing secrets and managing their lifecycle is crucial for effective NHI governance and preventing breaches. #StolenCredentials #ZeroTrust #SecretsManagement

Keypoints

Attackers increasingly use stolen secrets to access resources, accounting for 83% of recent attacks.
Non-Human Identities outnumber human identities in organizations, complicating identity management.
Secrets such as API keys and tokens serve as cryptographic fingerprints, enabling better attribution and auditability.
Leaked and orphaned secrets pose significant security risks, making lifecycle management essential.
Gitguardian can inventory monitor and enforce policies on secrets across environments enhancing non-human identity security.