Google Looks Beyond Passwords To Secure Data, Assets

Google outlines a “tiered access” approach to network security (aligned with zero-trust principles) that reduces reliance on passwords by evaluating user identity, device state, and behavior before granting access. The article explains mapping services and devices to trust tiers, the use of commercial and custom tooling (including Identity Aware Proxy), and the practical challenges organizations face in inventorying devices and automating risk assessments.