Secure Your Business with TrustPAM in Georgia

TrustPAM: Secure Privileged Access Management for Georgian Enterprises

TrustPAM, a Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution developed by TrustTech, offers comprehensive control, monitoring, and protection for privileged accounts. Tailored for the needs of organizations in Georgia, TrustPAM secures administrative accounts, system root users, service accounts, and other high-privilege users.

Key Features of TrustPAM

• Just-in-Time (JIT) Access

  Provides temporary, time-limited access to privileged operations or resources.

• Privilege Elevation and Delegation Management (PEDM)

  Enables on-demand elevation of user privileges and delegation of specific rights with detailed control and auditing.

• Privileged Account and Session Management (PASM)

  Manages privileged accounts and sessions, including session recording and activity monitoring.

• Superuser Privilege Management (SUPM)

  Dedicated management for accounts with the highest level of privileges.

• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) / Single Sign-On (SSO)

  Enhances security during privileged account login with additional authentication layers.

• Password Vaulting

  Offers centralized and secure storage of privileged account credentials.

• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

  Manages access based on defined roles, limiting rights according to specific job functions.

• User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)

  Identifies anomalies in behavior that may indicate risk or malicious activity.

• Granular Command Authorization

  Allows or denies specific commands and actions within a session.

• “4 Eyes View” (Dual Authorization)

  Requires approval or involvement of at least two authorized individuals for critically important actions.

• AAA Protocol Integration

  Integrates with protocols like TACACS+ for managing access to network devices.

• Application Control

  Controls access to applications within business processes.

TrustPAM is a comprehensive, modular PAM solution designed for security, control, auditability, and flexibility, addressing the specific cybersecurity challenges faced by businesses in Georgia.

Why Use TrustPAM?

Key Problems Addressed

• Reducing the Risk of Privilege Abuse

  Privileged accounts are primary targets for attackers. TrustPAM limits the time, scope, and context within which privileged rights are granted, mitigating the risk of unauthorized access.

• Enforcing the Principle of Least Privilege

  Granting users only the necessary rights to perform specific tasks at specific times reduces the attack surface and the likelihood of abuse.

• Audit and Transparency

  TrustPAM facilitates session recording and comprehensive logging of all actions, providing evidence for internal security and regulatory compliance.

• Privileged Account Control and Management

  TrustPAM manages secret storage (passwords, keys), password rotation, access restrictions, and privilege delegation.

• Protection Against Internal Threats

  Monitoring and documentation of all actions allow for the detection of malicious or erroneous operations.

• Supporting Security Standards and Compliance

  TrustPAM assists in meeting information security standards like ISO 27001, NIST, and PCI DSS.

• Automating Routine Operations

  Automating privilege elevation, delegation, access revocation, and password rotation reduces the burden on IT teams.

Examples and Use Cases

• Server/OS/Database Administration

  When a system administrator requires root or administrator privileges, access is granted through TrustPAM with session recording. Privileges are revoked automatically upon task completion.

• Network Devices (Routers, Switches, Firewalls)

  Controlling network device connections via protocols like TACACS+ allows for granular command permissions.

• External Contractors and Vendors

  TrustPAM enables controlled, time-limited privileged access for external entities, along with activity logging.

• Critical Systems and IT Infrastructure

  PAM is beneficial for data centers, server farms, storage, and security systems.

• Zero Trust Architectures

  TrustPAM aligns with the “never trust, always verify” principle by minimizing permanent privileges, providing just-in-time access, continuous authentication, and monitoring.

Security Principles and Architectural Approaches

• Zero Standing Privileges

  Privileged accounts should not have continuously active privileges; access is granted temporarily (JIT).

• “Never trust, always verify”

  Every access request is verified based on context.

• Least Privilege

  Users receive only necessary rights.

• Segregation of Duties

  Critical operations may require multiple approvals.

• Encryption of Data at Rest and in Transit

  Secrets and logs must be securely protected.

• High Availability and Fault Tolerance

  PAM system supports redundancy, clustering, and failover.

• Scalability

  Operates in on-premises, cloud, or hybrid environments.

• Online Monitoring and Response

  Detects anomalies and triggers automated responses.

Industries Using TrustPAM

• Enterprises and Corporations

  With large server infrastructures and extensive administrative teams.

• Financial Institutions, Banks, Insurance Companies

  Environments with stringent security and compliance needs.

• Healthcare, Medicine, Pharmaceuticals

  Protecting critical patient data requires strict access control.

• Government Agencies

  Trust, auditability, and accountability are important.

• Critical Infrastructure/Industry (OT)

  Control systems like SCADA, energy, and manufacturing lines.

• Cloud and Hybrid Environments

  Managing infrastructure across multiple environments.

• Managed Service Providers (MSPs)

  Managing access to client systems while maintaining security and isolation.

TrustPAM Usage Scenarios

• Temporary Administrator Task

  An administrator receives a request to update a server. TrustPAM grants temporary access with root privileges for a limited time. All commands are recorded, and privileges are automatically revoked.

• External Contractor Access

  A third-party firm is hired to update network devices. TrustPAM grants limited access to specific switches or routers for the duration of the work. Actions are recorded; the system can terminate the session if suspicious commands are detected.

• Network Device Control

  An administrator connects to a router, but only allowed commands are accessible. Other commands are blocked or require additional approval.

• Internal Audit/Incident Response

  UEBA identifies unusual administrator activity outside of working hours. The system sends notifications, terminates the session, or suspends access. Logs are used for investigation.

Benefits of Using TrustPAM

• Enhanced security for critical systems
• Reduced risk of privileged account theft
• Support for the principle of least privilege
• Transparency, audit, and tracking of actions
• Compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements
• Flexibility and scalability
• Automation of routine operations
• Increased trust in security among users, auditors, and regulators