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Below, we highlight some of the most common overview-related questions about Devolutions PAM that our support team receives from both prospective and existing users:
Why is privileged access management (PAM) crucial for my organization?
PAM is your cybersecurity powerhouse, controlling and monitoring privileged access to critical systems and data. It empowers your organization to safeguard your “keys to the kingdom" and prevent costly – and potentially catastrophic – security breaches.
What sets Devolutions PAM apart from other PAM solutions?
Devolutions PAM offers a secure vault for credentials, enforces least-privilege principles, and provides detailed monitoring and reporting for enhanced security and compliance.
Compared to many other solutions in the market, Devolutions PAM offers a superior feature set for maximum security, including versatile account management, customizable approval workflows, automated password rotation, and secured session launching.
In addition, Devolutions PAM seamlessly integrates with our globally-popular solution Remote Desktop Manager (RDM). This enables you to leverage RDM’s broad feature set and capabilities directly within your IT operations, ultimately establishing a new, higher standard in privileged access management.
We are a smaller business and not a large enterprise. Do we really need a PAM solution?
Yes, definitely, small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) are increasingly being attacked by bad actors, precisely because they typically have weaker – and in some cases essentially non-existent – PAM controls in place.
Furthermore, PAM is not just about establishing robust security: it is also about ensuring compliance with prevailing regulations and standards. In addition, a growing number of cybersecurity insurance carriers are insisting that policyholders have strong PAM measures in place.
The bottom line is that PAM cannot be replaced by other tools such as password managers, and SMBs are not “too small to be in harm’s way.” Simply put: for SMBs, PAM is not optional, it is essential.
Why is Devolutions PAM the right PAM solution for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs)?
Many PAM solutions in the marketplace are excessively complex to configure and use, and require specialized (and expensive!) InfoSec staff to operate and maintain. These solutions are also difficult and time consuming to scale, and priced well beyond what SMBs can afford. Fortunately, Devolutions PAM is different!
Built with SMBs in mind, Devolutions PAM is simple and intuitive to use, integrates with other tools in the environment (both Devolutions and non-Devolutions), and scales easily based on your changing needs and goals.
And just as importantly in the big picture and on the business side of your organization, Devolutions PAM is priced very affordably. Finally, you can protect sensitive information with enterprise-grade PAM, while staying well within your budget!
How does Devolutions PAM serve as both a standalone product and an integrative add-on?
Devolutions PAM is an add-on module that integrates seamlessly with Devolutions Server and Devolutions Hub to enhance PAM functionalities and create a unified security framework. Together with Remote Desktop Manager and Devolutions Gateway, Devolutions PAM creates a comprehensive IT management and security platform. Tailored for diverse business needs, Devolutions PAM can also mesh with several other third-party platforms like CyberArk, BeyondTrust Password Safe, and Delinea Secret Server, enhancing your existing ecosystem with robust, flexible security.
What role does just-in-time (JIT) elevation play in enhancing Devolutions PAM security?
Just-in-time (JIT) elevation in Devolutions PAM enhances security by granting temporary permissions for specific tasks, ensuring that elevated access is given only when necessary, and automatically revoking it once the task is complete. This keeps your operations lean and secure.
How does Devolutions PAM ensure remote access sessions are secured and sensitive credentials are protected?
When integrated with Remote Desktop Manager, Devolutions PAM secures remote sessions through credential injection and secure launching techniques. Privileged credentials are never exposed, while remote access remains fast and seamless. In addition, passwords are automatically rotated, which boosts security with each session.
How does role-based access control (RBAC) within Devolutions PAM effectively enforce least privilege access?
The RBAC system in Devolutions PAM establishes a cornerstone of security in your organization by ensuring that authorized users access only what they need for their specific roles. This minimizes risks, ensures compliance, significantly reduces the attack surface, and safeguards against data breaches.
Contact us for more information
If the answer(s) you need are not covered in this FAQ, then you have multiple options:
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Browse the Devolutions PAM documentation, which provides detailed answers about specifications, settings, and more.
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Explore the Devolutions Academy, which offers free online courses covering various aspects of Remote Desktop Manager, including topics that are suitable for new/beginner users.
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Check out the Devolutions PAM video playlist on YouTube.
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Connect with Devolutions and thousands of helpful users around the world in our forum.
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Get in touch with our Support Team via message, email, live chat, or phone.
