PAM
(Privilege Access Management)

PAM (Privilege Access Management)

Privileged Access Management (PAM) is a cybersecurity framework designed to secure, control, and monitor privileged accounts and access within an organization. These privileged accounts—such as system administrators, database managers, and cloud administrators—have elevated permissions that allow them to access critical systems, confidential data, and IT infrastructure.

If compromised, privileged accounts can be exploited by cybercriminals or malicious insiders, leading to data breaches, ransomware attacks, and compliance violations. PAM solutions enforce strict access controls, reduce security risks, and ensure regulatory compliance by applying the principle of least privilege (PoLP), granting users only the permissions they need to perform their tasks.

Why is PAM Important?

• Privileged accounts are a prime target for cyberattacks because they provide access to an organization's most sensitive data and systems. Without a strong PAM strategy, organizations are vulnerable to:
• Credential theft (e.g., phishing, keylogging, brute force attacks)
• Insider threats (malicious or negligent employees misusing privileged access)
• Lateral movement (attackers escalating privileges to gain deeper access)
• Regulatory fines due to non-compliance with security standards (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS)

A PAM solution mitigates these risks by securing privileged credentials, enforcing least privilege, and monitoring privileged activity in real-time.

Key Features of a PAM Solution

Privileged Account Discovery & Management

• Automatically detects and catalogs all privileged accounts, passwords, and credentials.
• Centralized password vaulting ensures encrypted storage and controlled access.
• Automated password rotation eliminates the risk of static credentials.

Just-in-Time (JIT) Access & Least Privilege Enforcement

• Eliminates standing privileges by granting temporary access only when required.
• Reduces attack surfaces and prevents unauthorized privilege escalations.
• Restricts privileged commands based on user roles and policies.

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for Privileged Access

• Requires additional authentication steps (e.g., OTP, biometrics, hardware tokens) before granting privileged access.
• Stops unauthorized users from misusing stolen credentials.

Privileged Session Monitoring & Recording

• Records all privileged user activity (commands, keystrokes, screen sessions).
• AI-driven anomaly detection identifies suspicious behavior in real time.
• Enables forensic investigations and quick response to security incidents.

Privileged Access Control for Cloud, Hybrid, & On-Premises Environments

• Secures privileged accounts across on-premise servers, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), and hybrid environments.
• Prevents unauthorized third-party vendor access.

Compliance & Audit Reporting

• Ensures compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, and SOX.
• Generates detailed audit trails and access logs for security reviews.

How PAM Protects Your Organization

• Stops Cyberattacks & Data Breaches – Prevents attackers from exploiting privileged credentials.
• Reduces Insider Threats – Limits employee access to only what’s necessary.
• Ensures Regulatory Compliance – Helps meet global security standards effortlessly.
• Protects Remote & Third-Party Access – Secures privileged accounts in cloud, hybrid, and outsourced environments.

Key Features of Delinea PAM Solution

Seamless & Scalable Privileged Access Control

• Adaptive security controls for privileged accounts, ensuring zero trust access.
• Cloud-ready PAM—works across on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments.

Privileged Account Discovery & Password Vaulting

• Automatically identifies and secures all privileged accounts.
• Stores credentials in a secure, encrypted vault with automatic password rotation.

Real-Time Session Monitoring & AI-Driven Threat Detection

• Records and audits all privileged sessions to detect suspicious behavior.
• Uses AI and machine learning to identify and block abnormal privileged activities.

Secure Remote Access & Third-Party Vendor Controls

• Protects remote access for IT admins and external vendors—without a VPN.
• Ensures least privilege access to critical systems.

Automated Compliance & Reporting

• Meets regulatory requirements for GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST, and ISO 27001.
• Generates detailed audit logs for security investigations.