IT, knowledge and security · Identity for agents
Okta for AI Agents
Identity, least-privilege access and a kill switch for every AI agent, built on the Cross App Access standard.
Our pick for identity for agents- Vendor
- Okta
- Pricing model
- Agent SSO included with Okta SSO; Okta for AI Agents is a separate subscription.
- Runs on
- Okta cloud
- Agentic OS layer
- Pulse
- Industries
- Any industry
- Last reviewed
- November 2026
Our verdict
The most important control most agent programmes are missing: knowing which agents exist, what they can reach, and switching them off. Coverage depends on apps adopting Cross App Access.
What it is
Okta for AI Agents discovers agents, including unsanctioned ones, registers them in Universal Directory, governs access with certifications and approvals, and revokes access instantly. Agent SSO, generally available in August 2026, uses the Cross App Access (XAA) protocol to replace static keys with short-lived, policy-governed tokens.
Cross App Access has been adopted as an authorisation extension in the Model Context Protocol, with support from many AI and SaaS vendors.
Best for
Organisations deploying many agents across SaaS and internal systems.
Not the right fit
Organisations not using Okta for workforce identity.
Key capabilities
Agent discovery
Find agents across browsers, endpoints and network.
Agent SSO
Short-lived tokens via Cross App Access.
Governance
Certifications, approvals and lifecycle.
Instant revocation
Cut a compromised agent off everywhere.
Strengths
- Standards-based, vendor-neutral approach
- Agent SSO included in base SSO
- Strong fit for regulated industries
Watch-outs
- Coverage depends on apps supporting XAA
- Some components still early access
- Separate subscription for full governance
Pricing
Agent SSO is included at no extra cost in the base Okta SSO product. Okta for AI Agents is a separate subscription; pricing is quoted.
Checked November 2026. Vendors change plans often, so confirm current pricing with Okta before you budget.
Security and governance
Identity-governed tokens, least privilege, audit trails and a central kill switch for agents.
How we would roll it out
- Inventory every agentStart with discovery.
- Replace static keysMove agents to short-lived tokens.
- Review agent access quarterlyCertify like human access.
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