What is Azure RBAC and how does it work?

What is Azure RBAC and how does it work?

Azure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) is a system that provides fine-grained access management for Azure resources. It allows you to assign roles to users, groups, and applications, defining what actions they can perform on specific resources.

Can you explain the different roles available in Azure RBAC?

Sure! Azure RBAC includes built-in roles like Owner, Contributor, and Reader. The Owner role has full access, the Contributor can manage resources but can't grant access, and the Reader can only view resources.

How do I assign a role to a user in Azure?

You can assign a role to a user through the Azure portal, Azure CLI, or PowerShell. In the portal, navigate to the resource, select 'Access control (IAM)', and then click 'Add role assignment'.

What are the benefits of using Azure RBAC?

The benefits include improved security through least privilege access, better management of user permissions, and the ability to audit access to resources.