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• InterSystems Security Basics

  InterSystems Security Basics

  Content Type
  Course

  Duration
  1h

  Level
  Introductory

  Learn the basics of the security model in InterSystems IRIS® data platform as well as the different aspects of security in InterSystems products—from the users in the system all the way through the assets they seek access to. This course will enable you to properly secure your applications and data.

  Learning Objectives

  • Identify the parts and pieces of the Security Model.
  • Select appropriate authentication methods.
  • Create users and roles.
  • Protect assets using permissions on resources.
  • Enable auditing of your system.

  Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of InterSystems IRIS, or
  • Exploring Features of InterSystems IRIS (resource guide, 1h)
    
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• What's Next?

  What's Next?

  You now have an understanding of the basic security infrastructure in InterSystems IRIS, including the following major takeaways:

  • Six authentication methods, each suited for different scenarios. 
  • Code, data, and services as the primary assets protected by resources. 
  • Privileges (permissions and resources) assigned to roles, determining user actions. 
  • Auditing to track significant system events. 
  • Basic services can be enabled or disabled but lack specific authentication options.

  
  

  Using this information in conjunction with documentation, you should now be able to secure your InterSystems IRIS system, keeping in mind that every system has different assets, user requirements, and policies. With an understanding of the end-to-end security model, you are now equipped to tailor your security configuration to your specific needs.

  Continue learning with the following content:

  • Read an overview of security in InterSystems IRIS (documentation, 5m).
  • Learn more about securing web services (documentation).

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