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Privileged Access Management

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特权访问管理

Privileged Access Management · N/A · 特权访问管理 · PRIV-uh-lijd AK-sess MAN-ij-munt · PAM · privileged account management · Cybersecurity · identity · enterprise · defenseCybersecurityPAM privileged account management

/PRIV-uh-lijd AK-sess MAN-ij-munt/

Also known as: PAM, privileged account management

Last updated August 9, 2026

Definition

Privileged Access Management (PAM) controls, monitors, and vaults admin credentials so powerful accounts are not standing open.

Real-World Example

Admins checking out a temporary domain-admin password from a PAM vault for a maintenance window.

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