Privileged Access Management

Privileged Access Management enhances security by restricting access to critical systems and data, mitigating the risk of unauthorized use and potential breaches, ultimately safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining the integrity of workforce identity.

What is Privileged Access Management

Privileged Access Management (PAM) is a cybersecurity practice that focuses on controlling, monitoring, and securing access to privileged accounts within an organization. It involves managing the permissions and activities of privileged users, such as administrators and IT personnel, to prevent unauthorized access and potential security threats.

Controlling Privileged Access

Implementing measures to manage and limit access to critical systems and data by privileged users.

Monitoring Privileged Activities

Continuously observing and auditing the actions performed by privileged users to detect any suspicious or unauthorized activities.

Securing Privileged Accounts

Implementing security measures to protect privileged accounts from unauthorized access and potential exploitation.

Preventing Insider Threats

Implementing strategies to mitigate the risk of insider threats by monitoring and controlling privileged user behavior.

Compliance Adherence

Ensuring that privileged access management practices align with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Streamlining Access Management Processes

Simplifying and optimizing processes related to granting, managing, and revoking privileged access to improve efficiency and security.

Capabilities

BAAR-IGA helps verify the identity of their customers and assess associated risks effectively. Here are the key capabilities:

Privileged User Authentication

Enhances security by mitigating the risk of unauthorized access to critical resources.

Granular Access Controls

Reduces the risk of privilege misuse and ensures adherence to least privilege principles, enhancing security and compliance.

Integration with Identity Governance

Provides centralized visibility and control over privileged access within the context of overall identity governance, enhancing governance and compliance.

Session Monitoring and Recording

Improves accountability and facilitates forensic investigations by tracking and auditing privileged user actions.

Privilege Elevation and Delegation

Minimizes the exposure of sensitive credentials and reduces the attack surface by granting elevated privileges only when necessary.

Automated Remediation

Enhances incident response capabilities by automatically mitigating security risks and reducing the impact of potential breaches.

Benefits

Securing Critical Access Points in Workforce Identity

Enhanced Security

Strengthens security posture by limiting access to critical systems and data, reducing the risk of unauthorized use and potential breaches.

Improved Compliance

Ensures compliance with industry regulations and standards by enforcing access controls and monitoring privileged activities.

Mitigated Insider Threats

Minimizes the risk of insider threats by closely monitoring and controlling the activities of privileged users.

Reduced Operational Risks

Streamlines access management processes and reduces operational risks associated with unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Increased Accountability

Enhances accountability by providing detailed audit trails and accountability mechanisms for privileged activities.

Improved Incident Response

Facilitates rapid incident response and resolution by providing real-time monitoring and alerting capabilities for privileged access activities.

How we are different!

Real-time Access Adjustment

Access rights are modified in real-time based on ongoing risk assessments, ensuring optimal security and compliance at all times.

Granular Permission Settings

Our platform provides highly detailed control over user permissions, enabling organizations to define access with precision down to the file or data field level.

Seamless Integration with Existing Infrastructure

Designed for easy integration with your existing systems, our access control works across diverse IT environments, ensuring consistent and comprehensive governance.

User-friendly Access Reviews and Audits

Streamlined processes for access reviews and audits, complete with intuitive dashboards and reporting tools, make monitoring and compliance checks straightforward and effective.

Case Study:

This case study highlights the successful implementation of Privileged Access Management (PAM) to enhance security in a mid-sized bank.

Background

The client is a mid-sized financial institution operating in multiple regions. With the increasing sophistication of cyber threats and the growing regulatory scrutiny on data security, the bank faced significant challenges in managing privileged access effectively. To address these challenges, the Bank implemented BAAR-IGA (Identity Governance and Administration) solution tailored to address its privileged access management (PAM) needs.

Challenge

Increased Cyber Threats: XYZ Bank recognized the escalating threat landscape and the potential risks associated with unauthorized access to critical systems and data.
Regulatory Compliance: Compliance requirements such as PCI DSS, GLBA, and local financial regulations necessitated robust controls and audit trails for privileged access.
Manual Processes: The bank relied on manual processes for privileged access management, leading to inefficiencies, human errors, and security vulnerabilities.

Solution:

The Bank deployed the BAAR-IGA platform to bolster its privileged access management capabilities. The solution offered the following key features:

Centralized Privileged Access Repository: BAAR-IGA served as a centralized repository for managing privileged accounts, credentials, and access rights across the bank’s IT infrastructure.
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): The platform enabled the Bank to define granular access policies based on job roles, ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to sensitive systems and data.
Privileged Session Monitoring: BAAR-IGA provided real-time monitoring and recording of privileged sessions, allowing the bank to track and audit all activities performed by privileged users.
Password Vaulting and Rotation: The solution facilitated secure storage and automatic rotation of privileged account passwords, reducing the risk of credential theft and unauthorized access.
Just-In-Time Privileged Access: BAAR-IGA enabled the Bank to implement just-in-time access, granting temporary elevated privileges to users based on predefined workflows and approval processes.
Compliance Reporting: The platform generated comprehensive reports on privileged access activities, enabling the bank to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Outcome

Improved Security Posture: By implementing BAAR-IGA, the Bank strengthened its security posture by enforcing least privilege principles, reducing the attack surface, and enhancing visibility into privileged access activities.
Enhanced Compliance: The platform helped the Bank meet regulatory requirements by providing robust controls, audit trails, and compliance reports for privileged access management.
Operational Efficiency: Automation of privileged access management processes reduced manual effort, minimized human errors, and improved operational efficiency across the organization.
Reduced Risk Exposure: BAAR-IGA’s password vaulting and rotation capabilities mitigated the risk of credential theft and unauthorized access to critical systems and data.

Conclusion

By leveraging BAAR-IGA for privileged access management, the Bank successfully addressed its security and compliance challenges. The platform provided robust controls, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to ensure secure and auditable privileged access across the organization. With BAAR-IGA, the Bank enhanced its security posture, streamlined operational processes, and demonstrated its commitment to protecting sensitive data and meeting regulatory requirements. Overall, BAAR-IGA played a pivotal role in enabling the Bank to effectively manage privileged access in today’s evolving threat landscape.

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