Compare M4PAM vs. OpenText NetIQ Privileged Account Manager

M4PAM distinguishes itself from conventional PAM solutions by integrating privileged access control directly within the database environment. It offers a comprehensive suite that includes server-level access management, secure SSH and RDP connections, identity-based session management, credential oversight, and complete session recording, augmented by a Database Privileged Access Management (DBPAM) component that meticulously regulates user visibility and interaction with specific tables, columns, and rows. While traditional PAM systems may disable an Active Directory account, they often neglect to secure local database credentials; M4PAM effectively addresses this oversight. Users benefit from authenticating via single sign-on and two-factor authentication instead of relying on shared login details, and they can request access as needed, which is automatically revoked once it expires. Additionally, the inclusion of an SQL Firewall and dynamic data masking enhances oversight of database interactions. M4PAM is versatile enough to function as an independent PAM solution or to be integrated atop an existing third-party PAM system, effectively bridging the database security gap without necessitating a complete overhaul. It seamlessly interfaces with native database clients and business intelligence tools, enabling deployment without the need for agents, thereby simplifying the implementation process. This innovative approach ensures that database security is both robust and user-friendly.

To make it easier to implement privileged account management, identify the dependencies and privilege credentials across the enterprise. To ensure that the principle of "least privilege", security controls should be implemented that are based on identity attributes. To prevent breaches and ensure compliance throughout the identity lifecycle, track and record privileged activity. A dynamic, scalable solution for managing privileged access that automatically adjusts access to support your Zero Trust strategy. It can be difficult, or even impossible, to find every identity with elevated rights in complex hybrid environments. NetIQ Privileged Account Management allows you to identify which identities have been granted access to your entire environment. It also shows you what dependencies exist. This gives you the information you need to simplify, implement, manage privilege policies.