Access Control Theory

Access Control Theory is a framework that determines how resources or information are protected and who can access them. It involves policies and mechanisms that verify a person's identity (such as passwords or badges) and decide what they are allowed to do (view, modify, delete). The goal is to ensure that only authorized individuals can access sensitive data or systems, maintaining security and privacy. Think of it like a security guard at a building entrance, checking IDs and granting permission based on predefined rules to keep resources safe from unauthorized access.