Identity Attack Vectors: Strategically Designing and Implementing Identity Security, Second Edition

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8. Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Morey J. Haber¹   and Darran Rolls²

(1)

ORLANDO, FL, USA

(2)

AUSTIN, TX, USA

 

Privileged Access Management¹ (PAM) is a subdiscipline within the Identity and Access Management framework. PAM can be implemented and operate on its own, or it can be integrated into an organization’s Identity and Access Management (IAM) program.

Organizations may choose to start with disciplines like Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) or PAM; however, unifying both should be the ultimate goal as the enterprise matures through the IAM lifecycle. In fairness, ...