What does Azure RBAC stand for?

Azure RBAC stands for Role-Based Access Control. This is a framework that helps manage who has access to Azure resources and what actions they can perform. It enables organizations to enforce just enough access so that users have only the permissions necessary to perform their job functions, thereby enhancing security and governance.

Role-Based Access Control works by assigning roles to users, groups, or applications for specific resources. Each role defines a set of permissions that help determine the actions a user can take, such as read, write, or delete. This granular level of access enables organizations to ensure that sensitive data and resources are protected while still allowing users to function effectively in their roles.

Other options refer to concepts that do not align with Azure's access management strategies. Resource-Based Access Control suggests a focus on resource ownership, which is not the central principle of RBAC. Role-Based Authorization Control mislabels RBAC, as authorization is one aspect of what RBAC encompasses but does not fully define it. Similarly, Resource-Based Authentication Control inaccurately describes how Azure manages access because authentication and access control are distinct processes, with RBAC primarily concerned with authorization based on roles rather than authentication methods.