security

SSO enhances SaaS access security by streamlining logins via a single identity provider, but it cannot fully secure all company applications. The rise of remote work and diverse tools has widened the Access-Trust Gap, exposing unmonitored identities and devices. SSO is vulnerable to outages, superadmin access, and challenges in integrating contractors or legacy accounts. It also lacks oversight for AI agents and can be compromised. Companies need supplementary solutions like Device Trust and Extended Access Management to address these gaps, ensuring secure, continuous access for all users, devices, and AI tools.

https://blog.1password.com/sso-cant-secure-every-identity/

Omdia's report highlights three challenges in modern access management: app sprawl, identity sprawl, and device sprawl, leading to an Access-Trust Gap. To close this gap, Omdia suggests five strategies, focusing on enhanced device security beyond traditional MDM solutions. MDMs fall short by excluding unmanaged devices, which are often exploited in cyberattacks. 1Password's Extended Access Management addresses these issues by ensuring only secure devices access corporate resources through validation processes. This solution supports BYOD, maintains user privacy, and enforces compliance effectively, transforming endpoints into secure access points.

https://blog.1password.com/why-omdia-recommends-extended-access-management-for-device-security/

1Password announced Extended Device Compliance at RSAC 2025, enhancing Device Trust by enforcing device posture checks for accessing web applications beyond SSO, addressing the Access-Trust Gap created by unmanaged devices and apps. This integrated solution allows real-time device health checks via the browser, ensuring security policies are applied across various applications without complicating workflows. Key features include centralized app discovery, compliance enforcement, user-guided remediation, and seamless re-access post-compliance. Available in Device Trust Core and Device Trust Connect versions, it offers comprehensive protection for both SSO-dependent and non-SSO environments.

https://blog.1password.com/enforce-device-posture-beyond-sso-with-extended-device-compliance/

Shadow IT poses increasing security risks as employees use unauthorized SaaS applications. Key statistics show that 1 in 3 breaches involve shadow IT, and organizations lacking central management are five times more likely to face cyber incidents. Traditional identity management tools can't track unsanctioned applications, leaving organizations vulnerable. 1Password's Extended Access Management addresses these challenges by providing visibility into all apps, ensuring compliance, empowering employees, and automating security processes. Continuous monitoring and automated workflows help manage risks and audit trails support compliance. Understanding and mitigating shadow IT with this tool is essential for organizational security.

https://blog.1password.com/discover-and-secure-shadow-it-with-1password-extended-access-management/

SSO solutions simplify access to applications via single login, reducing security risks. However, modern work patterns and SaaS usage create challenges, leading to the “Access-Trust Gap.” Many apps remain unmanaged due to SSO costs, integration issues, and shadow IT, making widespread adoption impractical, especially for SMBs. SSO's limitations necessitate complementary solutions, like Extended Access Management (XAM), which offer comprehensive security for all app access. Effective application management and spend optimization are crucial for mitigating risks and controlling costs in today's decentralized workplace.

https://blog.1password.com/sso-isnt-complete-solution-for-saas-access-management/

RSAC 2025 showcased critical cybersecurity innovations focusing on risks from unfederated identities and unmanaged devices. 1Password highlighted its Extended Access Management solutions for secure sign-ins across devices without hindering productivity. The event featured customer engagement, insightful sessions on security challenges, and collaborations, including discussions on agentic AI risks. Key updates were announced, including features for device compliance and access governance. Overall, 1Password reinforced its commitment to enhancing security in evolving digital landscapes.

https://blog.1password.com/rsac-2025-recap-with-1password/