AI Security
AI Authorization
Authorization is where AI security succeeds or fails. We design it so AI never exceeds the permissions of those it serves.
Overview
What is AI Authorization?
AI authorization covers permission-aware retrieval, delegated access (on-behalf-of flows), tool and API scopes for agents, data-level filtering and policy enforcement across AI-to-application, AI-to-data and AI-to-AI interactions.
Why it matters
When organizations need it
These are common signs that an organization would benefit from AI Authorization.
Signs you need it
- Copilots that can surface documents users should not see
- Agents with blanket access to business systems
- AI features in multi-tenant products
- Audit requirements for AI data access
Capabilities
Key capabilities
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Permission-aware retrieval
Retrieval that respects source-system access rights.
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Delegated access
On-behalf-of patterns preserving user context.
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Policy enforcement
Fine-grained rules for AI actions.
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Authorization testing
Verifying AI cannot exceed its permissions.
Scope
What you receive
- Authorization model
- Policy examples
- Integration guidance
- Test evidence
Our approach
How CoreIAM helps
We apply RBAC, ABAC and delegation expertise from our IAM practice directly to AI systems.
Engagement
Engagement approach
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Inventory
Map AI use cases, data flows and owners.
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Assess
Evaluate risks and existing controls.
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Secure
Implement governance, technical and identity controls.
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Monitor
Track usage, access and emerging threats.
Related
Related services
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AI Security
Secure AI adoption — from AI governance and LLM application security to identity for AI agents.
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AI Security Governance
Clear ownership, decision rights and guardrails for secure AI adoption.
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AI Risk Assessment
Understand the security and data risks of each AI use case before it goes live.
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AI Security Policies & Controls
Practical AI policies and technical controls people can follow.
Discuss AI Authorization with our specialists
Tell us about your environment and objectives, and we will recommend the right scope and approach.

