The document provides an overview of CyberArk, a privileged access management system that enhances security for managing sensitive accounts, passwords, and devices. It includes key features such as the enterprise password vault, privileged session manager, and various components related to identity and access management. Additionally, it outlines pivotal questions and responses regarding CyberArk's functionality and implementation in a security context.

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CyberArk
The CyberArk Certification is for Cybersecurity experts who want to enhance their
learning skills in the critical identity and access management layer of security.
CyberArk is a privileged access management company that provides the most
comprehensive security solution for any identity, human or machine, across
business apps, remote workforces, hybrid cloud workloads, and the DevOps lifecycle.

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1 What is CyberArk?
CyberArk is a privileged access management system
that enables you to manage and access your accounts
while ensuring the security of privileged accounts,
devices, passwords, and other sensitive information.
2 What are the critical functions of CyberArk?
The primary function of CyberArk is organized by
CyberArk EPV, which is known as Enterprise Password
Vault. CyberArk EPV is a component of the Privileged
Account Security Solution, and it allows organizations to
secure, manage, control, and update all forms of
privileged passwords and SSH keys automatically.
3 Mention CyberArk’s User Directories?
CyberArk has the following user directories:
In this article, we will cover top CyberArk interview
questions and answers.
1 Oracle Internet Directory
2 Novell eDirectory
3 Active Directory
4 IBM Tivoli DS

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4 What is PSM?
The Privileged Session Manager (PSM) is responsible for
safeguarding, regulating, and monitoring privileged
users’ access and activities across databases, network
devices, operating systems, websites, SaaS, and other
available alternatives. For constant monitoring, PSM
records every keystroke and mouse click.
5 What are the protective layers in CyberArk Vault?
The CyberArk Vault protection layers are as follows:
Code-Data Isolation and Firewall
1
Visual Security Audit Trail and Encrypted
Network Communication
2
Granular Access Control and Strong Authentication
3
Dual Control Security and File Encryption
4
VPN and Ready-to-Use Security
5

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6 What does Identity and Access Management
entail?
The IT security discipline, business discipline,
methodology, and solutions that enable the right people
to access the correct digital identities at the right time
are referred to as Identity and Access Management
(IAM) and also known as identity management.
8 Which CyberArk component allows commands
to be allowed or blocked per user or system?
On-Demand Privileges Manager command.
7 Is it possible to manually administer the
CyberArk Vault?
It can be managed by tools including:
9 What is OPM?
OPM is an acronym for On-Demand Privileges Manager,
available for Linux/Unix and Windows. On-Demand
Privileges Manager uses vaulting technology to protect
PrivateArk Client
PrivateArk Web Client
Private Vault Web Access

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10 What are the requirements for enabling the auto
password reconciliation policy?
The requirements for enabling an auto password
reconciliation policy in CyberArk are as follows.
11 What is CyberArk Viewfinity?
CyberArk Viewfinity is an Endpoint Privilege Manager
(EPM) that helps organizations improve their security. EPM
enables the organization’s business to impose minimal
privilege policies for system administrators. CyberArk
Viewfinity limits the attack surface, reduces the risk of
endpoint and server damage, and separates
administrative tasks on servers.
and manage privileged access to Unix or Linux com-
mands and enables comprehensive visibility and man-
agement of super users and privileged accounts across
the company.
For specified policies, enable password reconciliation
Additional account on the tracking server with
appropriate permissions
Enabled password-checking software
When a password is not synchronized, enable password
reconciliation

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12 What are the different CyberArk components?
There are various CyberArk components.
Digital Vault
1
Password Vault Web Access Interface
2
Privileged Session Manager
3
SSH key Management
4
Privileged Session Manager for Web
5
Privileged Session Manager for SSH
6
On-Demand Privileges Manager
7
Threat Analytics Privileged
8
Central Policy Manager
9
SDK Interface
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13 After the erroneous password count, how many
times can we increase access?
Maximum 99 times.
14Define CPM (Central Policy Manager)?
The Central Policy Manager (CPM) uses a Privileged
Access Management (PAM) system to provide a
password management mechanism that enforces
industry regulations automatically. This password
management technique can automatically generate
new passwords and change existing passwords on
remote machines.
15What is a PrivateArk Client?
The PrivateArk Client is a Windows application that is
used as an administrative customer for the PAS solution.
The client accesses the Enterprise Password Vault
through the internet and deploys it to remote devices.
Clients create safes and describe the vault hierarchy
using this interface.
16What are the three CyberArk solutions pillars?
Three pillars of CyberArk solutions:

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17 What is a PrivateArk Client?
The PrivateArk Client is a Windows application that is
used as an administrative customer for the PAS solution.
The client accesses the Enterprise Password Vault
through the internet and deploys it to remote devices.
Clients create safes and describe the vault hierarchy
using this interface.
18Explain Privileged Threat Analytics?
Privileged Threat Analytics (PTA) investigates the use of
privileged accounts managed by PAM. It also monitors
reports that CyberArk hasn’t yet regulated and examines
signs of platform abuse.
19 What database passwords can CyberArk handle?
CyberArk handle following database:
DB2
MS SQL
Oracle DB
1 PIMS (Privileged Identity Management Solution)
2 SIMS (Sensitive Information Management Solution)
3 PSMS (Privileged Session Management Solution)

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20Full form of BYOC?
Bring Your Own Client. It is used by gamers during a
multi-player gaming event in the gaming culture.
21 Access control for CyberArk Vault can be
defined by?
Safe, Folder, and Object.
22 Mention the procedures for registering a
privileged account with CyberArk PIMS through
PVWA?
To register for a privileged account, we must first:
Make a safe proprietor and define it
Make a policy for CPM and PSM
Implement a PIM (Private Identity Management) policy
Add the account and its properties to the list (username,
password, address, etc.)