Five key stages of building an effective privileged access management (PAM) strategy

Why a PAM strategy is critical for modern business

Privileged Access Management is not just about installing software; it is a comprehensive strategy to protect the most vulnerable points of your network. Using solutions from Segura significantly reduces the risk of internal threats and external attacks.

"PAM is the foundation of cybersecurity, providing full control over those who hold the «keys to the kingdom» of your IT infrastructure."

Five stages of PAM strategy implementation

1. Inventory and identification

• Discovery of all privileged accounts across the network.
• Classification of critical assets and systems.
• Audit of existing access rights.

2. Implementation of the Principle of Least Privilege (PoLP)

• Limiting user rights to the minimum necessary to perform tasks.
• Removing excessive administrative rights on workstations.
• Control over temporary elevation of privileges.

3. Centralization and password management

• Using a secure Vault to store credentials.
• Automatic password rotation with high complexity.
• Eliminating the use of shared or static passwords.

4. Session monitoring and recording

• Tracking the actions of privileged users in real-time.
• Ability to promptly terminate suspicious sessions.
• Storing video recordings and logs for forensic investigations.

5. Automation and integration

• Integrating PAM with other security systems (SIEM, IGA).
• Automating access request processes.
• Continuous analysis of user behavior to detect anomalies.

Comparison of traditional approach and PAM strategy

Traditional access management

• Passwords: Stored in text files or in the memory of administrators.
• Control: Limited control of actions after logging into the system.
• Risks: High probability of credential theft.

PAM strategy by Segura

• Passwords: Full automation, rotation, and masking from the user.
• Control: Full video recording of sessions and audit of every action.
• Risks: Minimizing the attack surface thanks to dynamic access.