The Ultimate Guide to Privileged Access Management
A curated Irish edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Privileged Access Management (PAM).
What to know about Privileged Access Management
Privileged Access Management (PAM) is a critical component of cybersecurity focused on securing, controlling, and monitoring privileged accounts and access within an organisation. Privileged access refers to elevated permissions that allow users to perform sensitive operations in IT systems, networks, cloud environments, and applications. Managing these privileges effectively helps prevent insider threats, credential theft, and external cyberattacks that can lead to severe data breaches or operational disruptions.
The stories tagged with Privileged Access Management highlight industry developments such as new product features, security enhancements, integrations with cloud services, AI-powered automation, and partnerships aiming to strengthen PAM strategies. They emphasize challenges organisations face in maintaining visibility and control over privileged accounts, especially as hybrid cloud architectures, DevOps workflows, and remote work increase the complexity of access management.
Reading about Privileged Access Management on our blog provides insights into best practices for implementing least privilege principles, just-in-time access, multi-factor authentication, and zero trust security models. The content also underscores regulatory compliance considerations and the evolving threat landscape, including ransomware and insider misuse. By exploring these stories, readers can learn how PAM solutions adapt to emerging technologies and cyber risks to safeguard critical infrastructure and sensitive information effectively.
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Saviynt recognised in Gartner PAM report for third year
BeyondTrust named leader in Gartner PAM report again
GuidePoint adds AI identity services as gaps widen
Survey finds AI access controls lag behind confidence
Mandiant study finds USD $4.3 million annual benefit
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Recent Privileged Access Management News
Integrity360 launches managed OT security services
Industrial operators can now buy continuous monitoring and response support as Integrity360 expands beyond one-off OT assessments and consulting.
Keeper links Tenable findings to instant remediation
Security teams can now fix cloud risks faster, as Keeper's new Tenable link rotates credentials and enforces Just-In-Time access in seconds.
Leostream launches cloud remote access alternative to VPN
Organisations can now limit contractors and staff to approved machines only, avoiding wider network exposure and reducing reliance on VPNs.
CyberFOX buys Optimize365 to bolster Microsoft 365 security
The deal adds continuous Microsoft 365 monitoring for smaller IT teams struggling to track configuration drift and security changes across limited staff and budgets.
Tanium teams with NVIDIA to manage local AI endpoints
IT teams gain patching and compliance controls for NVIDIA's local AI systems as Tanium extends its endpoint platform beyond standard PCs.
BeyondTrust adds just-in-time access to ServiceNow
The tie-up lets security teams remove standing privileges from ServiceNow workflows while keeping fast access for staff who need it.
Tenable launches open AI partner network for security
Security teams can now connect exposure data with third-party AI tools to triage risks faster without building custom integrations.
AppViewX adds shadow AI agent controls & quantum IDs
Security teams can now spot unsanctioned AI agents, stop them mid-run and issue quantum-resilient identities as usage spreads across enterprises.
Keeper launches Freshservice workflow for access requests
It aims to cut delays and keep access approvals inside audited tickets, instead of forcing IT teams to move between separate systems.
CoreView launches Microsoft 365 security research lab
The research aims to expose gaps in Microsoft 365 controls, after CoreView found many IT leaders overstate their security posture.
Keeper launches Freshservice workflow for access approvals
IT teams can approve vault and privileged access requests inside Freshservice tickets, reducing handoffs and preserving audit trails.
Keeper & SailPoint link up to automate access control
The link should cut manual offboarding and audit work for security teams by tying SailPoint approvals directly to Keeper-managed privileges.
Quest expands identity security for AI agent threats
The update is aimed at speeding recovery and containing breaches as AI agents gain access to corporate identity systems.
Keeper & SailPoint link identity governance with PAM
It automates provisioning and revocation of privileged access, helping organisations cut manual updates and reduce compliance risk.
Keeper & SailPoint link governance to privileged access
By automating access changes end to end, the tie-up aims to cut delays and audit gaps when users move roles or leave an organisation.
Okta adds controls for AI agents amid security push
The controls aim to help firms spot risky agent behaviour, cut off access quickly and reduce lingering credentials as AI use grows.
Security leaders worry AI agents outpace governance
Many security chiefs expect to curb AI agent use within 18 months as fears grow over unauthorised access and weak audit trails.
Keeper launches Google Chat tool for access approvals
Access approvals can now be handled in Google Chat, as Keeper brings privileged requests and just-in-time elevation into Workspace workflows.
BeyondTrust links privilege data to CrowdStrike Falcon
Joint customers can now spot privileged identity risks alongside threat alerts in CrowdStrike Falcon, after BeyondTrust added new data feeds.
Delinea appoints Timothy Regan as Chief Financial Officer
Passing USD $500 million in annual recurring revenue, the identity security group is adding public-company finance expertise as AI demand reshapes the market.