What Is Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)? | Cybersecurity Basics Explained

Role-based Access Control — or RBAC — is one of the most effective ways to manage access across any system. By assigning permissions to roles rather than individuals, RBAC simplifies management, improves security, and helps enforce the principle of least privilege.

In this video, we’ll cover:

What RBAC is and how it works

Why RBAC is important for scalable security

A real-world example of RBAC in a healthcare setting

Common mistakes like role explosion and stale permissions

Whether you're securing cloud infrastructure, internal systems, or enterprise applications, understanding RBAC is a critical skill in modern cybersecurity.

⏱️ Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro
00:17 - What is RBAC
01:07 - Why RBAC is Important
01:52 - RBAC in Action
2:39 - Common Pitfalls
03:35 - Summary & Final Thoughts

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