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Risk Based Authentication

Static authentication policies that treat every login the same way are a liability in an environment where user credentials are regularly compromised and attackers move quickly once they have valid access. This guide explains how risk-based authentication uses contextual signals including device posture, location, behavior baselines, and network characteristics to dynamically adjust the level of authentication required for each access request. Security architects and identity teams will find guidance on designing and deploying a risk-based authentication strategy that reduces friction for legitimate users while raising the bar for attackers, satisfying zero-trust access requirements without the operational overhead of blanket MFA policies that erode user experience over time.