IT Security refers to products and services that protect digital systems and data from cyber threats and unauthorized access. This category includes markets that focus on network security, identity management, data protection, and cloud security, enabling organizations to reduce risk, ensure compliance, and operate securely in a digital world.
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.
Workspace Security Platform is designed to protect modern hybrid workers, including their endpoints, mobile devices, collaboration channels, and end-user application access. These solutions are primarily delivered as cloud-native platforms and offer tight integration of security components, including unified agents, centralized deployment and policy administration, data lakes, reporting, and security event aggregation. They include features like multi-factor authentication, real-time risk assessment, and AI-powered threat defenses to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches. By combining user education, well-defined security policies, and modern technology, Workspace Security Platform helps organizations maintain a robust security posture and respond swiftly to potential threats. The key customers typically include large enterprises, financial institutions, healthcare providers, and government agencies, all of which require stringent security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.