In CyberArk EPM, 'Detect or Elevate' refers to what functionality?

In CyberArk EPM, the functionality of 'Detect or Elevate' pertains specifically to the capability of identifying applications that require elevated privileges and subsequently granting those privileges as necessary. This mechanism is crucial for balancing security and usability, allowing applications to run with the appropriate level of access without permanently assigning high-level permissions to users or applications that may not need them at all times.

This detection process ensures that privileged actions are only performed when necessary, reducing the attack surface and minimizing the risk of exploitation. When the system detects that an application needs to perform a task that requires higher privileges, it can elevate those privileges temporarily and securely.

This is essential for maintaining a secure environment while enabling workflows that require higher access levels. By allowing application privileges to be elevated only as needed, organizations can enforce the principle of least privilege, whereby users and applications have only the minimum access necessary to perform their functions.