# Endpoint privilege management enforce least privilege A critical security measure that protects your organization's endpoints from privileged attacks. ## The Challenge ### Enforcing least privilege access Uncontrolled privileges across endpoints and applications can open doors to unauthorized access. Traditional security approaches are often inadequate to address these evolving threats. ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element1-a.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element1-b.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element1-c.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element1-d.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element1-e.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element1-f.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element1-g.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element1-h.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-clip-challenges.svg) ## The Solution ### Endpoint privilege management Providing a comprehensive answer to security issues, organizations can increase their security posture while allowing important operations to run smoothly. This can be accomplished by reducing redundant admin permissions, establishing application-specific privilege management, and providing just-in-time access. ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element2-a.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element2-b.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element2-h.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element2-c.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element2-d.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-element2-e.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-clip-solutions.png) ## Manage endpoint security with precision ### Strategic privilege control: Revoke unnecessary admin rights - Cybersecurity resilience through careful management of admin rights. - Diminish the potential for both deliberate and accidental damage by curbing excessive privileges. - Elevate your organization's security stance and safeguard sensitive sensitive assets effectively. ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security1-a.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security1-b.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security1-c.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security1-d.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security1-e.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security1-f.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security1-g.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security1-h.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security1-i.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security1-j.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-clip-strategic-privileges.svg) ### Precision-targeted privileges: Elevate access for specific apps - Harden your defenses with application-centric privilege escalation. - Address vulnerabilities arising from unchecked child-processes, maintaining overall security. - Attain fine-grained authority over application access and capabilities, bolstering security. ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security2-a.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security2-b.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security2-d.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security2-c.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security2-f.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security2-e.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security2-g.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security2-h.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-clip-targeted-privileges.svg) ### Dynamic access allotment: Embrace just-in-time access - Slash attack opportunities by narrowing access windows, reducing exposure. - Uphold compliance with traceable access and approvals, ensuring a robust security posture. - Revoke access once the access duration has expired. ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security3-a.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security3-b.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security3-c.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security3-d.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security3-e.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security3-f.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security3-g.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security3-h.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security3-i.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security3-j.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-clip-dynamic-access.svg) ### Control of child processes: Secure elevated application offshoots - Extend protection to child processes spawned by elevated applications. - Address vulnerabilities arising from unchecked child-processes, maintaining overall security. - Fortify your security ecosystem by retaining control over all application branches. ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-a.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-b.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-c.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-d.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-e.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-f.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-g.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-h.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-i.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-j.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security4-k.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-clip-controlled-process.svg) ### Self-elevation of privileges: Empowering user access - Empower users with controlled privilege elevation for applications. - Enable users to explain their requests for elevated access, fostering transparency and accountability. - Audit user-driven privilege changes for compliance, ensuring security remains paramount. ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security5-a.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security5-b.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security5-c.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security5-d.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security5-e.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security5-f.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security5-g.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security5-h.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security5-i.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-security5-j.svg) ![](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/images/epm-clip-self-elevation.svg) ## Benefits of implementing endpoint privilege management ### Heightened security ![](https://www.manageengine.com/ems/images/icon/box-icon-v11-1.svg) Mitigate the risk of breaches and data leaks by controlling access and actions at the granular level. ### Improved operational efficiency ![](https://www.manageengine.com/ems/images/icon/box-icon-v11-2.svg) Streamline IT processes by ensuring the right people have the right privileges for their tasks. ### Reduced attack surface ![](https://www.manageengine.com/ems/images/icon/box-icon-v11-3.svg) Minimize vulnerabilities by eliminating unnecessary privileges and limiting potential attack vectors. ### Enhanced compliance ![](https://www.manageengine.com/ems/images/icon/box-icon-v11-4.svg) Seamlessly align with regulatory requirements using auditable privilege tracking. Generate comprehensive reports on user activities to demonstrate compliance adherence. ## How it works ### 1. Role-based privilege assignment ![role_based](https://www.manageengine.com/ems/images/icon/box-icon-v12-1.svg) Define roles and responsibilities, then assign appropriate privileges to users based on their roles. ### 2. Application control ![controls](https://www.manageengine.com/ems/images/icon/box-icon-v12-2.svg) Allow list approved applications and block unauthorized or suspicious software from executing. ### 3. Privilege monitoring ![monitoring](https://www.manageengine.com/ems/images/icon/box-icon-v12-3.svg) Continuously monitor privilege use, promptly detecting and responding to unusual activities. ### 4. Escalation management ![Management](https://www.manageengine.com/ems/images/icon/box-icon-v12-4.svg) Control privilege escalation attempts, ensuring they follow predefined workflows and approval processes.