Azure Just-In-Time (JIT) Access

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Azure Just-In-Time (JIT) Access is a security feature in Microsoft Azure that helps to limit exposure to virtual machines (VMs) by reducing the time these VMs are accessible over the network. Here's an overview of how it works, its benefits, and the steps involved in setting it up.

Key Concepts of JIT Access
Minimized Attack Surface: By enabling JIT access, you reduce the time that your VMs are accessible, which helps to minimize the potential attack surface.
Time-Bound Access: Users can request access to VMs for a limited time. After this period, the access is automatically revoked.
Controlled Access: Access is granted based on policies defined in Azure Security Center (now part of Microsoft Defender for Cloud).
Auditable: All access requests and approvals are logged, providing a clear audit trail for security and compliance purposes.
How JIT Access Works
Configuration of JIT Policies:
In Microsoft Defender for Cloud, you define JIT access policies for your VMs. This involves specifying the ports that should be protected by JIT, the protocols (e.g., TCP, UDP), and the allowed IP addresses.
You also set the maximum allowed duration for which the access can be granted (e.g., 1 hour, 3 hours).

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