CIAM for AI - Authentication and Authorization for Agents

Explore the critical security challenges of authenticating and authorizing AI agents in modern SaaS applications through this 20-minute conference talk. Learn how AI agents are transforming software products by automating workflows, integrating with APIs, and acting on behalf of users, while discovering the fundamental security questions these capabilities raise. Understand the complexities of implementing Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) for AI systems, including how to authenticate AI agents, control their access permissions, and ensure they operate within appropriate boundaries. Gain insights into current research and industry best practices for securing AI-driven assistants and autonomous systems as they become integral product features. Discover practical approaches to managing authentication and authorization for AI agents that need to interact with sensitive data and perform actions on behalf of users while maintaining security and compliance standards.