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BYOD and SaaS adoption have been growing for years, and today, employees expect seamless access to the tools they need – wherever they work, on whatever devices they choose. They’ve taken control of their work environment, selecting applications and devices that best suit their needs, often outside of IT’s visibility. This shift has created a significant security challenge: traditional IAM, IGA, and MDM solutions were built for a controlled, managed environment.

Manufacturing organizations need Privileged Access Management (PAM) for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) security because it protects critical systems and devices by ensuring that only authorized users have access. IIoT refers to a network of connected devices that work together to collect and analyze data across industrial sectors to improve operational efficiency. As IIoT becomes increasingly integral to manufacturing, securing these connected systems is more important than ever.

Organizations have long focused on securing human users – employees, partners and customers. But what about the identities that aren’t tied to a person? Non-human identities (NHIs), including service accounts, bots, APIs, machine identities and more, now outnumber human identities 20:1 in most organizations! Yet, they often lack proper oversight, making them a growing security risk.

When deciding between an on-premises or cloud-based Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution, a cloud-based PAM solution is recommended because it is easier to manage, highly scalable and cost-effective. Continue reading to learn more about the differences between on-prem and cloud PAM, the pros and cons of each and the important factors to consider when choosing the right solution for your organization.

At a time when cyber threats seem to escalate daily, security teams are always on the lookout for new ways to protect their sensitive data and systems. For some, Privileged Access Workstations (PAWs) are being viewed as one solution to keep privileged accounts and critical systems safe from compromise. These are specialized workstations built for administrators and users who manage highly sensitive environments.

Depending on the size of your organization, its needs, industry regulations and security risks, how often you review privileged access can vary. However, a best practice for most organizations is to review privileged access quarterly to maintain a strong security posture. Continue reading to learn more about the importance of reviewing privileged access regularly, best practices and how KeeperPAM streamlines privileged access reviews.

Privileged Access Management (PAM) fits into a zero-trust strategy by strictly controlling access and monitoring privileged accounts, aligning with the zero-trust principle that users and devices should not be trusted by default. PAM ensures that privileged access is granted based on the principle of least privilege, continuous authentication and ongoing monitoring and auditing, reducing the risk of unauthorized access or privilege escalation.

As the gold standard for reliably storing files of varying types in the cloud, Amazon’s S3 has become synonymous with storage. While this widespread adoption is a sign of a good developer experience and reliable storage across the board, it also presents a unique opportunity for attackers looking to exploit multiple targets due to S3’s widespread adoption.