Relying solely on username and password security puts enterprise data at risk. Catastrophic security breaches top world headlines every day, and for good reason. IT organizations can’t rely exclusively on passwords to protect access to corporate data.
Privileged access remains the preferred vector for attackers, and most organizations aren’t taking the very basic steps to secure it
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) can greatly enhance security while delivering a positive user experience.
Despite the growing number of security breaches and a greater understanding of the security best practices, businesses are still falling short when it comes to password management and authentication practices.
With up to 80% of breaches due to compromised credentials according to leading analysts, more organizations than ever are prioritizing privileged account protection. As Privileged Access Management (PAM) becomes top of mind, C-level, IT and cyber security professionals are seeking a framework in which they can properly assess, manage, and minimize risks to privileged credentials.
Systech International needed to improve the IT security of its on-premise data center in London by protecting access to sensitive information such as Finance, HR, and accounting data, as well as third-party access for IT system maintenance.
Access control, a critical component of IT security compliance programs, ensures that organizations protect confidential information, like intellectual property and customer data. But your access management program can easily become outdated and static—especially if you rely on manual control testing and user access administration tasks.
This book gives IT professionals a practical understanding of privileged account management (PAM). It describes what privileged accounts are, where they reside throughout an IT environment, and how they function. Most important, this book explains the risks associated with these accounts and how to best protect them from hacker and malicious insider threats.