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Privileged Access Management (PAM): A Complete Guide to Securing Privileged Accounts Introduction Organizations rely on privileged accounts to manage critical systems, sensitive databases, cloud environments, and essential business applications. These accounts often have elevated permissions that allow administrators to install software, modify security settings, manage user accounts, and access confidential information. Because privileged accounts have extensive access rights, they are among the most valuable targets for cybercriminals. If attackers compromise a privileged account, they may gain control of an organization's infrastructure, steal sensitive data, deploy ransomware, or disrupt business operations. To reduce these risks, organizations implement Privileged Access Management (PAM) , a cybersecurity strategy that helps secure, monitor, and control privileged accounts. PAM limits unnecessary access, protects privileged credentials, and provides greater visibility into...