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10 Steps for Identity Security and PAM Implementation Success
Privileged Access Management (PAM) is indeed a pivotal aspect of identity security, and by extension of cybersecurity as a whole, given the growing sophistication of cyber threats.
According to Verizon’s 2023 Data Breach Investigation Report, 74% of all breaches include the human element through Privilege Misuse, use of stolen credentials or Social Engineering.
Furthermore, the ‘2022 Trends in Securing Digital Identities’ report’ conducted by the Identity Defined Security Alliance (IDSA) indicates that 84 percent of organisations have experienced an identity-related breach in the last year, with 78 percent of respondents citing a direct business impact, therefore.
All these stats reflect the increasing demand for PAM solutions as organisations recognise the need to protect and manage access to privileged accounts.
Speaking of which, solutions like Sectona PAM leave no stone unturned in exemplifying identity security and protecting critical assets.
Sectona Revolutionising Privileged Access Management and Identity Security Transformation
Key features:
Sectona’s robust PAM solution addresses the challenges of modern enterprise IT environments.
For instance,
- It enables continuous discovery of privileged accounts across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments, ensuring no privileged account goes unmanaged.
- It implements multi-factor authentication across all access layers, including direct access, client interfaces, and web browsers, reinforcing security measures.
- It offers just-in-time access, allowing dynamic provisioning and elevation of privileges on-demand, thereby minimising the risk of privilege abuse. It also provides session recording and threat analytics to monitor and record privileged user sessions as well as identify unusual behavior and patterns.
But that’s not all…
Sectona PAM is among the Industry Leaders
Sectona’s PAM solution has been proven to be particularly beneficial for the finance and banking industry, where compliance, insider threats, and vendor management are critical concerns.
The platform offers centralised control over privileged accounts. It automates password management and manages the entire privileged account lifecycle. This helps organisations comply with cybersecurity standards like PCI DSS, SOX, and SWIFT, all crucial for safeguarding digital identities.
Additionally, Sectona’s PAM solution has gained industry recognition in recent years, being named a Customers’ Choice Gartner® Peer Insights Voice of the Customer™ for Privileged Access Management twice in a row in 2023 and 2024. This shows Sectona’s commitment to top-notch privileged access management and identity security, making it a major player in the market.
Steps for your PAM Implementation
For a successful implementation of an ideal PAM solution like Sectona PAM, the organisation must take care of some foundational steps such as:
1. Implementing the Principle of Least Privilege
The first step towards successful PAM implementation and enhanced identity. This approach grants users the minimum necessary access rights to perform their tasks. It also minimises the potential attack surface and reduces the risk of unauthorised access or privilege abuse.
2. Centralised Management of Servers and Databases
Centralise the management of servers and databases into a single internal infrastructure operations team for improved security. This approach streamlines the management of privileged accounts and ensures consistent policies and procedures are applied across the organisation.
3. Considering Privileged Access Requirements During SDLC
It is crucial to consider privileged access and identity security requirements during the design phase of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). By incorporating privileged access management early in the development process, organisations can proactively address potential security risks and establish necessary safeguards.
4. Implementing Defense-in-Depth Identity Security Controls
Implement multiple layers of identity protection controls to apply the defence-in-depth model. This approach involves deploying complementary measures, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls, to create a resilient security posture.
5. Establishing a Regimented Account Provisioning Process
Enforce a regimented process for account provisioning, including clearly defined roles, management approvals, and periodic access reviews. This will control and audit the creation, modification, and decommissioning of privileged accounts.
6. Utilizing a Password Manager/Vault
Use a password manager/vault to simplify user interaction and provide an additional layer of control over the use of privileged credentials. They help securely store and manage credentials in an encrypted format, reducing the risk of credential theft or misuse.
7. Implementing a ‘Break-the-Glass’ Procedure
Implement a ‘break-the-glass’ style procedure where users must formally request access to privileged credentials as and when necessary. This approach ensures that privileged access is granted only during emergencies and is properly documented and audited.
8. Separating Duties of Code Development and Promotion
Separate the duties of code development and code promotion, so the person who developed the code is not the same person who promotes it to production. This separation of duties helps mitigate the risk of malicious code changes.
9. Conducting Periodic Reviews and Audits
Conduct periodic reviews and audits of access authorisations, critical infrastructure access, and privileged access to non-critical infrastructure. Regular audits help maintain privileged access security, assess potential security gaps, ensure compliance with policies and regulations, and enable timely remediation of any issues.
10. Integrating PAM with Other Identity Security Processes
Integrate PAM with configuration management, incident response, SIEM, awareness and training, and risk assessment processes. This integration ensures that PAM is a cohesive part of the organization’s overall identity access protection strategy and enables effective incident coordination and response.
In Conclusion
PAM stands as a cornerstone of identity protection, an essential defence against the evolving landscape of cyber threats. With Sectona’s innovative PAM solution leading the charge, organisations can safeguard their critical assets. Take the next step towards enhanced identity security by scheduling a demo of the Sectona Security Platform today.
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