Implementing Azure AD Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
Why Implement PIM? Privileged Identity Management (PIM) is one of the most effective security controls available in Azure AD. Traditional role assignments grant permanent, standing privileges that create significant security risks: Expanded Attack Surface: Compromised accounts with permanent privileges give attackers immediate access Compliance Gaps: Audit requirements often mandate Just-In-Time (JIT) access for privileged operations Privilege Creep: Over time, users accumulate unnecessary permanent role assignments PIM transforms these permanent assignments into time-bound, audited, and justified access - dramatically reducing your organization’s risk profile. ...