This guide explains how to secure privileged accounts, which represent one of the highest-risk attack vectors in any organization. It contrasts traditional PAM approaches—focused on managing large numbers of standing privileged accounts—with modern strategies like zero standing privilege (ZSP) and just-in-time access. Key practices include enforcing least privilege, eliminating shared accounts, implementing MFA, logging and monitoring activity, and establishing approval workflows. The guide also highlights how ephemeral access and session recording reduce attack surface while improving accountability and compliance.

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