Privileged Access Management (PAM): Securing High-Privilege Accounts
Not all user accounts have the same level of access. Privileged accounts—such as administrator, root, and service accounts—have elevated permissions that make them prime targets for cyber attackers. Privileged Access Management (PAM) helps organizations secure, monitor, and control these powerful accounts. What is Privileged Access Management (PAM)? Privileged Access Management (PAM) is a cybersecurity strategy that manages, monitors, and protects privileged accounts and credentials to prevent unauthorized access to critical systems and sensitive data. PAM enforces strict controls over high-privilege accounts while maintaining accountability through monitoring and auditing. Why PAM is Important Protects privileged accounts from compromise Reduces insider and external threats Limits unauthorized administrative access Supports compliance and auditing Minimizes the impact of credential theft Types of Privileged Accounts Administrator Accounts Accounts used to manage operating systems, ser...