PAM Threat Response
In today’s cyber threat landscape, one of the most valuable targets for attackers isn’t your firewall or antivirus system — it’s your privileged accounts. These accounts hold the keys to your most sensitive data and systems. If compromised, they can lead to devastating breaches. That’s why Privileged Access Management (PAM) is no longer optional — and why PAM Threat Response is a critical layer of defense.
At Cyber Integer, we help organizations evolve their security posture by combining proactive PAM practices with real-time threat response capabilities. Here’s what you need to know.
What Is PAM Threat Response?
PAM Threat Response refers to the ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate threats involving privileged accounts in real-time. It goes beyond traditional PAM practices — such as vaulting passwords or session recording — and adds a layer of intelligence and automation to actively defend against suspicious activity.
It’s the fusion of identity security and threat detection, ensuring that even if a privileged account is targeted, your organization has the tools and processes to stop attackers in their tracks.
Why Privileged Accounts Are High-Value Targets
Privileged accounts are often used by
- System administrators
- DevOps and IT teams
- Database managers
- Third-party vendors
- Service accounts and automation tools
These accounts typically have unrestricted access to systems, servers, databases, and critical infrastructure. If an attacker gains access to just one of them, they can
- Elevate privileges
- Move laterally across the network
- Exfiltrate sensitive data
- Disable security controls
- Destroy logs and cover tracks