How does CyberArk EPM aid in compliance audits?

CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager (EPM) supports compliance audits primarily through its comprehensive reporting capabilities. This function allows organizations to generate detailed reports on user activities, privileged access, and compliance status, which are essential for ensuring adherence to security policies and regulatory requirements.

These reports can showcase who accessed what resources and when, along with the specific privileges used during those sessions. This level of detail is crucial for auditors who need to verify that access controls are enforced and that no unauthorized access has occurred. Moreover, thorough reporting aids in identifying potential policy violations or areas that may require further scrutiny, making it a vital component in demonstrating compliance with standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and others.

In contrast, creating random user accounts does not contribute to compliance audits, as it would obscure accountability and potentially violate security protocols. Collecting user feedback may be beneficial for improving user experience but doesn't provide the structured evidence required for compliance assessments. Logging user activity without restrictions could lead to data overflow and lacks the specificity and structure needed in a compliance audit, as it might not align with regulatory requirements for data retention and reporting.