Logical access controls tools are used for credentials, validation, authorization, and accountability in an infrastructure and the systems within. These components enforce access control measures for systems, applications, processes, and information. This type of access control can also be embedded inside an application, operating system, database, or infrastructure administrative system.
Logical access utilizes password programs, fingerprints, smart cards, or tokens as a two-factor (2FA) or multi-factor authentication (MFA) to identify and screen users and access levels to protect hardware from unauthorized access.