The Principle Of Least Privilege (POLP) states that users should be granted only the access they need to perform their job effectively. It ensures that users do not have more privileges than necessary to complete their tasks. For example, when an employee logs into a corporate network, they should be able to access files and applications needed to do their job without having to log in under other user accounts. Or an employee who needs to use a corporate database should not be given full administrator rights to the system. This principle applies to employees and other people who use computers, such as contractors, vendors, and consultants. Therefore, ensuring that these individuals are not accidentally exposed to sensitive information when performing tasks outside their normal responsibilities is important. That is why, when someone logs into a computer system, they must first authenticate themselves before gaining access to the entire system. Once authenticated, POLP ensures they are only given limited privileges to view files and perform specific tasks within the system. Not only does POLP strengthen security but it also speeds up deprovisioning and reduces possible errors.