Glossary

PAM

Admin accounts are the keys to the kingdom. PAM locks those keys in a vault, logs every time they're used, and records what admins do. If an admin account gets hacked, you'll know exactly what happened.

What is PAM?

Privileged Access Management - controls and monitors access to critical systems by users with elevated privileges like administrators.

Why Should You Care?

Understanding pam is essential for building a strong security posture. This knowledge helps organizations identify threats early and respond appropriately.

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Real-World Example

Security teams regularly encounter pam in their day-to-day operations. Recognizing and responding to these scenarios is a core security competency.

How to Protect Against PAM

  1. 1.

    Inventory all privileged accounts

  2. 2.

    Implement PAM solution

Related Terms

Iam, Access Control, Privilege Escalation

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