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Privileged Access Management (PAM) works by controlling, monitoring and securing access to privileged accounts and resources through features such as credential vaulting, just-in-time access control, session management and automation. It enforces the principle of least privilege so that only authorized users and systems have access to sensitive data. Continue reading to learn more about how privileged access management works to protect your organization.

Many businesses confuse traditional password management tools with Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions. While both aim to secure credentials and reduce the risk of unauthorized access, they serve very different purposes. Traditional password managers are designed to store and organize login credentials for everyday user accounts, helping individuals and teams manage passwords more efficiently.