The NIST 800-63-4 digital identity guidelines represent an essential step toward modern security, creating a defensible root of trust among remote workforces. However, full compliance requires going beyond incremental fixes and adopting an holistic identity and access management solution which is both effective and future-proof. Modern identity platforms like HYPR can assist federal agencies...

Reaching NIST SP 800-63A IAL3 compliance requires conducting DIRM assessments, validating identity evidence, and balancing security and usability. Furthermore, NIST guidelines encourage using phishing-resistant authenticators such as FIDO passkeys for increased protection from cyber threats. The IAls are three levels of assurance, with IAL1 being the least stringent. These levels help...