Google Cloud adds granular, automated session controls
Google Cloud has finished rolling out a default 16-hour session length for all customers who hadn't set their own, aimed at reducing stolen credentials and account takeovers. They've also overhauled session controls: now you can manage policies for specific user groups, automate policy updates through APIs or Terraform, and target individual applications. Plus, session settings can be managed directly in the Google Cloud Console, not just Workspace.
- 16-hour default session now standard for most customers
- Session policies can target user groups, not just departments
- API and Terraform support for automated policy updates
- Per-app controls avoid blanket session limits
- Session settings available in the Google Cloud Console
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