Protecting Admin Accounts from Attack
In many organizations, the most dangerous accounts aren’t regular user accounts — they’re administrator accounts. These accounts have elevated privileges, meaning if they’re compromised, attackers can access sensitive data, disable security controls, or even take over the entire system.
This is where Privileged Access Management (PAM) in Microsoft 365 becomes critical.
Why Admin Accounts Are a Prime Target
Admin accounts can:
Reset passwords
Access confidential files
Change security policies
Add or remove users
Cybercriminal know this. Instead of attacking everyone, they target the few accounts with the most power. One successful breach can lead to massive damage.
What Is Privileged Access Management?
Privileged Access Management ensures that:
Admin access is limited
Access is temporary, not permanent
Every privileged action is logged and monitored
Instead of giving someone full admin rights all the time, PAM allows access only when needed, and only for a short duration.
How Microsoft 365 Helps Secure Privileged Access
Microsoft 365 (via Entra ID/Azure AD and Defender) enables businesses to:
Use Just-In-Time (JIT) access
Admin rights are granted temporarily and removed automatically.Require approval for admin access
Requests must be reviewed before access is granted.Enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Even if passwords are stolen, attackers are stopped.Monitor and audit admin activity
Every action is tracked for accountability and investigation.
The Business Benefits
Implementing Privileged Access Management helps your business:
Reduce the risk of ransomware and data breaches
Prevent accidental system changes
Meet security and compliance requirements
Protect customer and company data
Maintain control without slowing productivity
Ready to secure your admin access properly?
Contact Tech911 today and let’s protect your business from the inside out.