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Gartner defines privileged access management (PAM) as tools that provide an elevated level of technical access through the management and protection of accounts, credentials and commands, which are used to administer or configure systems and applications. PAM tools — available as software, SaaS or hardware appliances — manage privileged access for both people (system administrators and others) and machines (systems or applications). Gartner defines five distinct tool categories for PAM tools: privileged account and session management (PASM), privilege elevation and delegation management (PEDM), secrets management, cloud infrastructure entitlement management (CIEM) and remote PAM (RPAM). Privileged access is access beyond the normal level granted to both human and machine accounts. It allows users to override existing access controls, change security configurations, or make changes affecting multiple users or systems. As privileged access can create, modify and delete IT infrastructure, along with company data contained in that infrastructure, it presents catastrophic risk. Managing privileged access is thus a critical security function for every organization and requires a specific set of procedures and tools. PAM tools focus on either privileged accounts or privileged commands.
Gartner defines five distinct tool categories for PAM tools:
privileged account and session management (PASM)
privilege elevation and delegation management (PEDM)
secrets management
cloud infrastructure entitlement management (CIEM)
remote PAM (RPAM)

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CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager

Conjur Secrets Manager Enterprise

CyberArk Privileged Access Manager

Vendor Privileged Access Manager

Cloud Privilege Security (Legacy)

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It Security & Risk Management Associate

CyberArk is widely regarded as the "Gold Standard" in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) space. My overall experience is that it is a robust, enterprise-grade fortress. It is not just a tool, but a complete ecosystem that forces an organization to mature its security posture. While the learning curve is steep and the deployment complex, the peace of mind it provides regarding credential security and auditability is unmatched.

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It Manager

Easy to implement as any SAAS solution, really bad experience as a user

IT Associate

CyberArk Privileged Access Manager (On-Premise) is one of the most mature and comprehensive PAM platforms that I have evaluated and deployed. Within an organization that operates across hybrid cloud environments and with a multitude of legacy on-premise servers and accounts that still remain, CyberArk PAM provides centralized control over privileged credentials, session recording, automatic password rotation/management, and platform integrations that other light-weight tools could not. The on-premise deployment and architecture is solid - however the journey to get there was not trivial. The implementation required significant upfront planning, dedicated resources, and close collaboration with both internal company teams and CyberArk Professional Services. Time-to-value was measured in months, not weeks. Speaking specifically to the on-premise offering, the platform delivers on its promise, but you have to be prepared for the investment - both financially and operationally. 

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One Identity

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ManageEngine

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ARCON

Centrify

Microsoft

Bravura Security

Fortinet

OpenText (Micro Focus)

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SailPoint

Imprivata (SecureLink)

Saviynt

Netwrix

Fortra

Proofpoint (ObserveIT)

Broadcom (Symantec)

Iraje Software

MasterSAM

Thales

Devolutions

Focusing on Identity Security, CyberArk is a specialist in privileged access management. It develops secure solutions for diverse identities - human or machine to cater to numerous business applications. The company ensures protection across varied work environments like distributed workforces, hybrid cloud workloads, and throughout the DevOps lifecycle. CyberArk's primary objective is to avert cyberattacks that abuse insider privileges and pose a threat to crucial enterprise assets. In addition to this focus, the company offers security solutions aimed at preventing the progression of cyber threats, thus protecting businesses from substantial damage. CyberArk's security solutions align with rigorous compliance and audit requirements to service businesses' need to guard their most valued possessions. The company has a global presence with offices spread across countries like the U.S., Israel, U.K., Singapore, Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, and Turkey.

CyberArk is the global leader in Identity Security. Centered on privileged access management, CyberArk provides the most comprehensive security offering for any identity – human or machine – across business applications, distributed workforces, hybrid cloud workloads and throughout the DevOps lifecycle. The world’s leading organizations trust CyberArk to help secure their most critical assets. 

For over a decade CyberArk has led the market in securing enterprises against cyber attacks that take cover behind insider privileges and attack critical enterprise assets. Today, only CyberArk is delivering a new category of targeted security solutions that help leaders stop reacting to cyber threats and get ahead of them, preventing attack escalation before irreparable business harm is done. At a time when auditors and regulators are recognizing that privileged accounts are the fast track for cyber attacks and demanding stronger protection, CyberArk’s security solutions master high-stakes compliance and audit requirements while arming businesses to protect what matters most. 

With offices and authorized partners worldwide, CyberArk is a vital security partner to more than 6,770 global businesses, including:

More than 50% of the Fortune 500
More than 35% of the Global 2000

CyberArk has offices in the U.S, Israel, U.K., Singapore, Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands and Turkey.

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Best-in-Class On-Premise PAM Offering that Requires Planning & Commitment

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Simple Deployment Experience but Significant Performance and Stability Challenges Observed

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