What is Privileged Access?

Privileged access refers to the elevated rights and permissions granted to users, accounts, or processes that allow them to perform sensitive operations or access critical resources within an IT environment. It is commonly used to manage and maintain systems, applications, and data. Improperly managed privileged access can lead to security breaches, data leaks, and compliance violations. Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions are often implemented to control, monitor, and audit privileged access activities, minimizing the risk of insider threats and external attacks.