ISC2 CC Access Controls Concepts Practice Question
What is the primary purpose of a Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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To control and monitor privileged access to critical systems
PAM controls and monitors the use of privileged accounts (e.g., admin) to reduce risk of misuse or compromise.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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To provide single sign-on for all applications
Why it's wrong here
That's SSO, not PAM.
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To manage visitor access to the building
Why it's wrong here
That's physical visitor management.
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To enforce password complexity for all users
Why it's wrong here
PAM focuses on privileged accounts, not all users.
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To control and monitor privileged access to critical systems
Why this is correct
Correct. PAM manages privileged accounts, including session recording and just-in-time access.
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Key term
PAM
Privileged Access Management (PAM) is a security framework that controls, monitors, and audits access to critical systems and accounts with elevated permissions.
Key term
Privileged access
Privileged access is a special level of permission that allows a user or system to perform high-impact actions like installing software, changing system settings, or accessing sensitive data across an IT environment.
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