CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager (EPM) Defender Practice Exam

The principle of least privilege is a crucial cybersecurity concept that involves granting users the minimum levels of access necessary to perform their job functions. In the context of CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager (EPM) configurations, this principle is primarily about managing user permissions effectively to reduce security risks.

When applying the principle of least privilege, the key benefit is that it reduces the risk of unauthorized access. By ensuring that users are only given permissions that are essential for their roles, organizations can limit the potential attack surface. If a user's account is compromised, the damage can be minimized because the attacker will only have access to a limited set of resources. This significantly mitigates the chances of sensitive data breaches, unauthorized system changes, or other malicious activities.

While minimizing user access and decreasing unnecessary permissions are inherently part of this principle (which aligns with the understanding in option B), the overarching benefit is indeed the reduction of the risk of unauthorized access that is addressed through careful access management in the CyberArk EPM configurations.

The other choices, while they highlight aspects of system performance and management, either do not align directly with the principle of least privilege or are more indirect consequences rather than primary benefits focused on security risk mitigation. Therefore, the emphasis on reducing the risk of unauthorized access