Session Recording

Privileged Session Recording is a PAM capability that captures, stores, and indexes the complete record of privileged sessions — every command, keystroke, and screen activity — for security monitoring, forensics, and compliance.

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❓ What is Session Recording?

⚙️ How Does It Work?

The PAM platform acts as a proxy between the admin and the target system. All session traffic is captured in real time, stored encrypted in a tamper-proof repository, and indexed for keyword search. Anomalous behavior can trigger real-time alerts.

📍 Where Is It Used?

Any organization using PAM — required by PCI-DSS, SOX, and HIPAA for privileged access to systems handling sensitive data.

💡 Real-World Example

An admin's credentials are compromised and an attacker uses them to access a production database. Session recording captures every SQL query the attacker runs. The forensic team uses the recording to identify exactly what data was accessed, when, and which tables were queried — enabling precise breach notification.

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